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# Technical Program Lead - Automotive Industry

- **Company:** Pulso Dp
- **Location:** Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Failure Mode Effects Analysis, SAP (Applications), Statistical Process Control (SPC), VDA 6.3
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.ingenierojob.com/oferta/technical-program-lead-automotive-industry_queretaro_35153

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
 * Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role within the automotive industry.
 * Experience managing customer relationships within OEM and/or Tier 1 environments.
 * Strong knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and product development.
 * Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
 * Core Tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA.
 * IATF 16949.
 * VDA 6.3 / VDA 6.8.
 * GD&T interpretation.
 * Lean Manufacturing and Problem-Solving methodologies.
 * SAP - BOMs & Routings.
 * Availability for occasional international travel.
 * Advanced English.
 * GERMAN LANGUAGE - MINIMUM B2 LEVEL (MANDATORY).

## Description

We are looking for an experienced Technical Program Lead - Automotive Industry with a strong background in the automotive industry to ensure the successful launch, technical performance, and long-term profitability of assigned automotive programs throughout the entire product lifecycle.
This position serves as a key technical interface between customers, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Logistics, and Industrialization, requiring strong technical expertise, customer orientation, and cross-functional leadership., * Lead the successful launch of new automotive programs, from pre-series through serial production.

 * Ensure production readiness, process maturity, tooling development, and capacity planning for assigned programs.
 * Serve as the primary technical customer interface for product-related topics during serial production.
 * Manage Engineering Changes (ECN/ECR) and coordinate their implementation across all relevant functional areas.
 * Coordinate cross-functional activities with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Logistics, and Industrialization teams.
 * Lead technical problem-solving activities related to product performance and manufacturing processes.
 * Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, cost reduction, and profitability.
 * Monitor product contribution margins and develop action plans to improve program profitability.
 * Coordinate supplier development activities related to material and technical changes.
 * Participate in Steering Committee meetings, reporting project status, risks, action plans, and escalation topics.
 * Support budgeting activities, CAPEX proposals, and financial forecasting for assigned programs.
 * Maintain accurate SAP BOMs, routings, and technical documentation.
 * Lead production transfer activities and support the implementation of best practices across global manufacturing locations.
 * Ensure compliance with customer requirements, automotive quality standards, and corporate procedures.


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