Technical Program Manager, Automotive

about 2 years ago
Full time role
Emeryville, CA, US... more
Emeryville, CA, US... more

Company

Sila Nanotechnologies is an electronics company that offers new battery materials chemistry. It works directly with leading consumer electronics and ...

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Job Description

WHO YOU ARE

As a Customer Program Manager at Sila, you ensure each program progresses towards timely success by detailing program timelines and key deliverables, anticipating roadblocks and coordinating mitigation approaches, as well as helping develop new processes and crafting existing processes to identify and manage resources. 

Our programs are highly technical. You are a multi-tasker who builds or uses existing tools to efficiently handle responsibilities. In this role you will work closely with scientists and engineers throughout Sila and with our partners in North America, Europe, and Asia on multiple projects at the same time.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

  • Create and maintain schedules for projects with multiple partners, recommending adjustments as needed  
  • Improve processes for requesting resources and reporting project status
  • Proactively identify and highlight critical-path dependencies, risks, and opportunities to accelerate
  • Communicate, plan, and create alignment with both internal and external partners representing different parts of the organization
  • Facilitate meetings and cell builds with partners 
  • Travel to Partner locations, primarily North America, Asia, and Europe (up to 10%)
  • Invest in our values and vision and champion them as we grow

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience supporting multiple projects simultaneously in an environment in which changes are the norm
  • Proven track record of  building working relationships both internally and externally with technical & business stakeholders
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • At least 3 years related work experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in technical field 
  • Experience studying or working in batteries would be a bonus
  • Experience working cross culturally would be another bonus
  • Language: Level 5 - Native Proficiency in English required

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