Program Manager

Position Summary

The Program Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional teams to successfully deliver product development programs from concept through launch. This role ensures all projects meet customer requirements, financial targets, and timeline commitments while aligning with organizational goals and standards.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Project Management

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of product development programs from award through launch
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules using standardized development processes
• Provide direction, structure, and communication cadence for cross-functional teams

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead global, cross-functional teams including engineering, supply chain, finance, and operations
• Drive alignment between internal teams and external customers
• Communicate program status, risks, and progress to leadership and stakeholders

Customer & OEM Engagement

• Act as a primary interface for OEM customers
• Navigate customer-specific processes, systems, and expectations
• Ensure timely communication and strong relationship management

Financial & Commercial Support

• Support RFQ (Request for Quote) processes, including cost estimating and program inputs
• Own program financial performance, including budgets and lifecycle cost management
• Coordinate capital, tooling, and resource planning

Engineering & Change Management

• Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and Process Change Requests (PCR)
• Ensure changes are properly evaluated, communicated, and executed across teams
• Support product and process development with strong technical awareness

Supply Chain & Risk Management

• Perform supply chain mapping and assess resiliency across the program lifecycle
• Identify risks, gaps, and potential disruptions early
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies

Technical Oversight

• Maintain working knowledge of electronics and PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly)
• Understand SMT (Surface Mount Technology) processes and component-level impacts
• Partner with engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility and execution

Program Close & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure successful program launch and closure activities
• Capture lessons learned to support continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field (required)
• Master’s degree preferred

Experience:

• 3–7 years of program or project management experience in product development
• Experience managing programs from award through launch
• Background supporting automotive or electronics-related programs preferred
• Experience working with OEMs

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Holland, MI.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Holland,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $40 - $70