NRG Energy · 5 hours ago
Program Manager
Utah, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelNRG Energy is a leading company in the smart home industry, focused on creating a smarter and more connected future. They are seeking a Hardware Program Manager to lead the development and launch of key products, ensuring smooth transitions through various manufacturing phases while managing cross-functional teams and mitigating risks.
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Responsibilities
Build and manage detailed program schedules with a clear understanding of dependencies, covering all development phases
Identify technical and operational risks early and drive mitigation plans
Drive alignment across all teams and stakeholders and deliver crip program updates
Partner with global manufacturing teams to plan and execute POC/EVT/DVT/PVT builds
Ensure products meet documented standards at each phase gate exit
Execute VAVE initiatives to drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and performance
Drive root-cause investigations for build issues and field-quality concerns
Manage tradeoffs between cost, schedule, and performance with data-driven recommendations
Support supplier selection, onboarding, and ongoing performance management
Conduct retrospectives after each phase gate and implement lessons learned
Qualification
Required
Experience managing hardware programs in consumer electronics
Strong understanding of NPI processes and hardware build phases (POC/EVT/DVT/PVT)
Excellent communication, organization, and cross-functional leadership skills
Proven success delivering products in fast-paced, high-volume environments
Continuous improvement mindset
Preferred
Engineering background
Experience with overseas factories
Familiarity with PLM systems, and hardware program tools
Understanding of firmware and software development processes and methodologies
Company
NRG Energy
NRG Energy is an integrated power generation and supply firm that offers offsite solar, wind power, and smart grid retail services.
Founded in 1989
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.99BKey Investors
Public Utility Commission of Texas
2025-09-24Post Ipo Debt· $4.9B
2025-08-04Post Ipo Debt· $216M
2024-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
Leadership Team
Lawrence S Coben
President, CEO and Chair of the Board
Anne C Schaumburg
Lead Independent Director
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