Hardware Engineering Program Manager

Piper Companies is seeking a Hardware Engineering Program Manager located near San Jose, CA to lead large-scale, complex hardware development initiatives within the high-tech infrastructure industry. The Hardware Engineering Program Manager will play a critical role in managing engineering execution while also remaining hands-on and technically engaged across multiple disciplines. The Hardware Engineering Program Manager is a full-time onsite position near San Jose, CA.

Responsibilities of the Hardware Engineering Program Manager:

• Drive full lifecycle hardware development programs from concept through production, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.
• Lead cross-functional coordination across mechanical, electrical, thermal, optical, and systems engineering teams, ensuring alignment and execution.
• Own program schedules, dependencies, and risk mitigation while actively stepping in to support technical problem-solving when needed.
• Manage relationships with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and external partners to ensure seamless production and delivery.
• Facilitate technical discussions and decision-making across infrastructure domains including data centers, wiring, fiber, power, and server systems.
  
  

Qualifications of the Hardware Engineering Program Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 10 years of engineering experience within high-tech hardware environments (networking, data center infrastructure, servers, or electronics).
• 5 years of program management experience leading complex hardware or embedded systems initiatives.
• Strong technical breadth across hardware domains (mechanical, electrical, thermal, signal, and infrastructure systems) with the ability to dive into details.
• Proficiency in program management platforms such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Jira, or Confluence.
  
  

Compensation for the Hardware Engineering Program Manager includes:

• Salary range: $200,000-$250,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO
  
  

This job opens for applications on 09/18/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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