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# Technical Program Manager - Seating System

- **Company:** Artech
- **Location:** Long Beach, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Confluence, JIRA, Hardware Design, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/30c43852-6edb-4494-b21f-497c7c2a69d6/technical-program-manager-seating-system

## About the Role

We're looking for a motivated early-career professional to join our high-performing automotive seating team. This role offers the chance to work on next-generation EV seating systems, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that values ownership, technical curiosity, clear communication, and a systems-level mindset., * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).

 * 2-5 years of experience in technical program management, project engineering, or a similar role supporting hardware development.
 * Solid understanding of the product development lifecycle (design, development, validation, integration, and launch).
 * Familiarity with materials, manufacturing processes, and technologies commonly used in automotive interiors or seating.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills.
 * Prior work experience in the automotive industry.

Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

 * Experience with automotive seating, interiors, or EV systems.
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), Jira, Confluence, or similar tools.
 * Experience working in a cross-functional, matrixed environment.

## Description

* Use your technical background to holistically drive complex engineering challenges to resolution, ensuring programs stay on track for Start of Production (SOP) and beyond.
 * Collaborate closely with engineering, supply chain, finance, and strategy teams to scope work, define requirements, identify risks, estimate budgets, and deliver clear, actionable program updates.
 * Support the full engineering lifecycle - from ideation and design through validation, integration, and efficient industrialization - for fully integrated seating and interior systems.