Senior Technical NPI Program Manager

Job Title

Senior Technical NPI Program Manager

Role Summary

Manage New Product Introduction (NPI) technical programs for Secure Connected Edge (SCE) MPU/MCU/Connectivity products. Lead multi-disciplinary engineering core teams to define, develop, and deliver products that meet commercial and industrial requirements.

Drive program planning, resourcing, budget, cross-functional alignment and on-time delivery across IC architecture, software, security, test, board development, applications engineering, product, market and finance teams.

Experience Level

Senior - candidate should have significant experience (posting specifies at least 10 years in the semiconductor industry and more than 5 years as Program/Project Manager on complex NPI projects).

Responsibilities

Lead NPI program execution from planning through product delivery and sustainment, ensuring cross-functional alignment and delivery against schedule, cost and technical requirements.

• Manage multi-disciplinary core teams and coordinate across engineering, software, product, test, applications and business functions.
• Plan project schedule, resources and budget; drive gate reviews and program tracking using NXP program management practices (BCaM) and tools.
• Drive project execution, report program metrics and status updates, and manage critical-path activities.
• Identify, escalate and mitigate risks and issues that affect schedule, cost or technical outcomes.
• Align program deliverables with corporate organizations and overall business strategy.
• Promote process improvements and operational excellence to improve NPI throughput and quality.

Requirements

Key skills and experience required to perform the role.

• Minimum ~10 years of semiconductor industry experience with a proven record of driving IC/SoC or embedded software programs.
• More than 5 years' experience as a program/project manager on complex NPI projects.
• Subject-matter experience in SoC design, embedded software development, product/test development or applications engineering.
• Proven ability to lead multicultural, multi-location teams; English proficiency required.
• Strong program management skills for complex technical projects that include both hardware and software.
• Experience with project and portfolio management tools such as MS Project, Sciforma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, and proficiency in risk and issue management.
• Demonstrated focus on process improvement, operational excellence and agility in changing environments.

Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) is listed; an advanced degree is preferred. PMI/PMP certification is desirable. (These are the education and certification items stated in the posting.)

About the Company

Company: NXP Semiconductors

Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.