Staff Project/Program Mgmt Specialist

Job Title

Staff Project/Program Mgmt Specialist

Role Summary

Lead and own project and program execution for Hi-Rel product development from concept through production release. Work with functional leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver mixed-signal analog products on schedule, on budget, and to quality standards.

Experience Level

Senior — typically 5–7+ years in the analog semiconductor industry. Includes 3–5+ years of hands-on technical program/project management and 3–5+ years experience on New Product Introduction (NPI) teams.

Responsibilities

Primary duties focused on planning, tracking, and driving product development execution across functions.

• Develop, define, and execute project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables; own the product lifecycle.
• Track project KPIs (schedule, risks, scope, budget, cost entitlement, manufacturability) and support portfolio forecasting and annual planning.
• Identify and remove execution roadblocks; mitigate risks and implement contingency plans.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and other business groups to share best practices and align with corporate PMO methodologies.
• Align sample and execution priorities with Demand Creation, Sales, and Marketing; support RFI/RFQ preparation.
• Communicate project status to leadership and stakeholders and escalate issues early to avoid impact on delivery.

Requirements

Must-have technical program management skills and domain experience. Education requirements are listed separately below.

• Proven record delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and meeting quality expectations.
• Experience implementing project management strategies to improve execution efficiency and scale delivery.
• Strong risk-management discipline: track progress, detect early signals, and execute contingencies with urgency.
• Ability to build disciplined, collaborative project teams with clear roles and continuous improvement focus.
• Hands-on experience leading development of mixed-signal analog products for commercial, industrial, or automotive markets.
• Practical experience in NPI functions (product, test, validation, design, quality or related roles).
• Familiarity with automotive processes (AEC-Q100, ISO 26262) is a plus.
• Proficient with project management and collaboration tools: MS Project, Jira, SharePoint, Microsoft OneNote; experienced with FMEA and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Certifications: PMP is not required but is a distinct plus.

Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering is required. A Master’s (MS) or PhD in Electrical Engineering is preferred. PMP certification is noted as a plus.

About the Company

Company: Renesas

Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan

Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.