HTC Global Services

Job Title

Electrical Program & Change Management Specialist – Automotive (GPDS / Product Development)

Overview / Summary

We are seeking an experienced professional to support electrical engineering program execution within a complex automotive product development environment. This role focuses on managing engineering changes, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely release and integration of electrical components across multiple vehicle programs. The ideal candidate will operate effectively in a matrix organization, support project and program management activities, and help resolve issues impacting program delivery and launch timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional coordination of electrical engineering changes (DCRs) from initiation through final approval
• Track and manage engineering deliverables across product development milestones (GPDS framework)
• Monitor design maturity, test status, and supplier readiness to prevent build delays
• Manage feature-to-part alignment, ensuring consistency with marketing feature lists and program targets
• Drive on-time release of electrical components including ECUs and wiring harnesses
• Ensure engineering alerts, part release statuses, and sign-offs are completed prior to release freezes
• Facilitate interface coordination between module owners and system engineering teams
• Track and resolve integration issues affecting system and network-level releases
• Utilize engineering systems to track alerts, part status, and effectivity dates
• Monitor CAD and BOM alignment using configuration management tools
• Support engineering change control meetings and cross-functional issue resolution
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and program teams to ensure launch readiness

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in automotive product development programs
• Experience with new vehicle launch programs and cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycle (GPDS or similar)
• Familiarity with engineering tools and processes (e.g., BOM, change management, release systems, DFMEA, DVP, 8D, Six Sigma)
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines
• Experience working in a matrix organization and supporting multiple stakeholders
• Knowledge of engineering change management and release processes

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At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.

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