Engineering Program Lead

About Us:

By combining a rich legacy in the power and gas compression space with pioneering technology, INNIO brings our customers affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions for today—and tomorrow. We are helping to meet today’s energy needs with 64 GW of installed capacity and 48,000 of our powerful Jenbacher and Waukesha engines, which can be found in more than 100 countries. And, by harnessing our history of energy industry firsts along with the power of digital innovation, we will continue to deliver for the future.

Our fuel-flexible Waukesha gas engines are designed for reliable performance in isolated, mission-critical and demanding applications, delivering dependable energy even under high-stress conditions. It’s time to take engines to a place no one else can. Welcome to a World of Innovation and Inspiration! Welcome to INNIO!

Position Overview:

We are seeking a technically skilled Engineering Program Lead to manage & lead projects in engine performance development and control systems engineering. In this role, you will coordinate cross-functional teams to drive development of engine control strategies and engine performance capabilities to meet our customers’ expectations.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage programs focused on engine performance optimization and advanced control systems development.

- Collaborate with engineering, testing, and service teams to define technical requirements and deliver high-performance engine solutions.

- Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure timely and successful program execution.

- Track and report on program milestones, performance metrics, and deliverables to stakeholders.

- Identify technical challenges in engine performance and controls, and drive resolution through innovative solutions.

- Contribute to team throughput by individually executing short turnaround technical deliverables within the controls and performance teams. Specifics to be agreed based on capabilities of applicant.

- Promote best practices in engine control algorithm development and calibration.

Minimum Requirements:

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

- 5+ years of engineering experience in product and technology development.

- Proven experience in program or project management within engine development and/or control systems engineering.

- Strong technical background in engine performance, calibration, and control systems design.

- Excellent leadership, organizational, and analytical skills.

- Effective communicator, able to bridge technical and non-technical teams.

- Experience with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, etc) and methodologies (Agile, PMP, etc) is a plus.

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