Global Technical Program Manager

HARTING stands for strong connections – across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. And as an employer? We connect around 6,000 people at our headquarter in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you’ll find great colleagues, as well as ever new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence. In everything we do, we remain true to our roots: as a regionally connected family business that always stays firmly grounded in spite of our stellar high-tech. Here’s to your unique future with us: Yours!

We are seeking Global Technical Program Manager (Hybrid; based in Elgin, Illinois) to lead the execution of a complex, high-impact program which spans across the globe. This role is responsible for managing a rapidly growing portfolio of NPI and development projects—from technical specification through delivery—ensuring alignment with customer expectations, internal capabilities, and strategic growth targets. The ideal candidate will bring deep program management expertise, technical fluency in power and mechanical systems, and a proactive, customer-centric mindset.

HARTING aims to be a trusted advisor to HARTING customers and positions itself as the go-to source expert for industrial connectivity solutions. We partner directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Distribution partners for standard product, designed-in value-added products, and Product Development initiatives.


To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for this global data center customer on all program execution matters.
  
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, quality, and commercial functions to deliver on-time, in-scope, and within-budget results.
  
• Translate customer requirements into executable project plans, ensuring compliance with technical, regulatory, and reliability standards.
  
• Manage a portfolio that has grown from 6 to 36 projects in under two years, with revenue targets quadrupling from FY23 to FY26.
  
• Drive alignment across global and regional teams, including coordination with Regional Project Managers, Key Account Managers (KAMs) and Operations.
  
• Monitor and report on KPIs such as delivery performance, quality metrics, and customer satisfaction.
  
• Support strategic planning and capacity forecasting in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
  
• Travel up to 20% to support global coordination and customer engagement.
  
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
  
• 7 years of experience in program or project management, preferably in data center infrastructure, power systems, or high-tech manufacturing.
  
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-site programs with global stakeholders.
  
• Strong understanding of data center technologies, including rPDUs, busbar trunking, and AI-driven hardware demands.
  
• PMP or equivalent certification.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Benefits


HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:

Compensation:
HARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.

• This role is eligible for a 5% discretionary annual bonus.
  

Benefits:

• 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max)
  
• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from
  
• Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee
  
• Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy
  
• 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!