What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Project Lead position at Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group?
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