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Ursus, Inc. · 16 hours ago

Technical Project Manager, Vehicle Attributes Hardware

Foster City, CA

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

$68/hr - $78.86/hr

5+ years exp

Ursus, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Technical Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives within the Vehicle Attributes organization. This role is responsible for planning and executing integrated technical milestones across vehicle platforms, ensuring that vehicles meet the highest safety and durability standards.

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Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end project execution for crash safety and operational strength attribute development from concept through production

Coordinate across Engineering, Safety, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Testing teams to deliver solutions that meet vehicle structural requirements

Manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation for crash testing programs and durability validation activities

Drive resolution of technical issues related to crashworthiness, structural integrity, and durability performance

Establish, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for crash and strength attributes against vehicle targets

Facilitate test reviews, risk assessments, and benchmarking studies

Manage relationships with external suppliers, testing facilities, and regulatory bodies

Develop and maintain project documentation, including schedules, status reports, and technical specifications

Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track

Support regulatory compliance efforts related to FMVSS crash standards and strength and durability requirements

Qualification

Vehicle testingAutomotive product developmentProject managementAgile methodologyWaterfall methodologyPMP certificationStakeholder managementProcess developmentRisk assessmentKPI visualizationComplex problem solvingSupplier managementCatia / 3DX familiarityCommunicationCross-functional leadershipTechnical documentation

Required

BS or MS in an engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience

5+ years of experience in engineering, project management, or management consulting with a focus on automotive product development

Strong understanding of vehicle testing, including crash safety and strength and durability testing

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through ambiguity

Proficiency with project management tools and processes (e.g., Gantt charts, risk matrices, Smartsheet, Polarion, Jira)

Experience working with project management methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to clearly visualize KPIs and project risks

Preferred

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent

Experience with autonomous vehicles, test platforms, simulation, and automotive or aerospace development processes

Experience with aluminum or composite vehicle structures

Background in developing and scaling processes, strategies, plans, procedures, and reporting frameworks

Experience handling escalations and complex stakeholder management

Familiarity with Catia / 3DX is a plus

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Commuter

401K benefits with company matching

Company

Ursus, Inc.

Ursus, Inc., has been recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) for four consecutive years as the fastest-growing technical and creative staffing firm in the United States.

Founded in 2015

San Francisco, California, USA

201-500 employees