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Technical Project Lead

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group
Columbus, IN Contractor
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/26/2026

Role Overview

Own end-to-end delivery of engine controls across the product lifecycle, covering architecture, software & calibration, validation, and production release. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, high-quality program execution.

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Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Own controls delivery for engine/platform programs

• Lead Product Development execution

• Drive coordination across systems, software, calibration, test, and suppliers

• Manage risks, timelines, and milestone readiness

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Architecture & Requirements

• Define controls architecture (engine, network, system models)

• Own SRS, functional controls plan, and feature list

• Develop system artifacts (interfaces, DFMEA, analysis)

• Lead cybersecurity (TARA, mitigation, compliance)

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Software & Calibration

• Lead development and release across E/D/L/P phases

• Define Soft/Cal plans, schedules, and V&V strategy

• Coordinate subsystem calibration integration

• Ensure tools readiness (Calterm, Insite, Manta, etc.)

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Validation & Testing

• Own DVP&R and validation strategy

• Oversee testing: bench, HIL/SIL, test cell, field

• Ensure diagnostics, fault codes, and release readiness for Alpha/Beta/Production

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Integration & Suppliers

• Manage supplier interfaces and requirements

• Ensure alignment of third-party software/calibration deliverables

• Support integration, validation, and issue resolution

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Release & Compliance

• Drive milestone deliverables

• Own software/calibration releases aligned to engine builds

• Ensure certification, AECD documentation, and compliance


Production Transition

• Lead handoff from Product Development to Current Product Support (CPS)

• Capture lessons learned and ensure FIRG closure

• Support post-launch issue resolution

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Technical Scope

Embedded controls, ECM, sensors/actuators, software & calibration, diagnostics (J1939), cybersecurity, and validation (HIL/SIL/field).

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Qualifications

• Experience in automotive/engine controls or embedded systems

• Strong background in software, calibration, and system integration

• Understanding of product lifecycle (Product Development or similar)

• Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination skills

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