Technical Program Manager (TPM)IAV is offering exciting opportunities to join dynamic teams with exposure to top tier projects!IAV Group is an engineering and technical consultancy servicing the global automotive industry with approximately 7,000 employees worldwide and more than 40 years of experience. As a recognized leader in the specification, design, development, validation and production launch of advanced vehicle and powertrain systems, IAV Automotive Engineering deploys a leading team of technical experts, engineering tools and program processes from its North American Headquarters in Novi, Michigan.IAV is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Program Manager (TPM) with deep expertise in Electrical/Electronic (EE) systems integration and embedded software integration for modern vehicle platforms. This role blends strong technical depth with program leadership, ensuring seamless integration of ECUs, vehicle networks, and software stacks while meeting functional, safety, and quality requirements.The TPM will drive vehicle-level system integration, coordinate embedded software releases, and ensure readiness across prototype, validation, and production milestones.The ideal candidate will play a key role in delivering innovative, high-quality solutions from concept through production while collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.Why Join Us:At IAV, you'll be part of a global leader in automotive engineering.
We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and diversity. Join us in driving the future of mobility.Essential Responsibilities & Activities:Program & Integration LeadershipLead EE/SW integration across prototype, pre-production, and production buildsAlign integration and testing deliverables with key milestones (e.g., VFF, PVS, vehicle launch gates)Ensure all deliverables are completed, reviewed, and approved at each development milestoneCommunicate integration readiness metrics to stakeholders and leadershipEE/SW Integration & Release ManagementManage integration of ECUs, networks, and embedded software stacksReview ECU software releases for feature completeness and backward compatibilityOversee bootloader, flashing, and software update processes (OTA/UDS)Coordinate change management and version control (e.g., Git, SVN, PTC tools)Vehicle Network & DiagnosticsLead network bring-up and issue resolution across CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive EthernetEnsure alignment of ICDs and network description files (DBC, LDF, FIBEX, ARXML)Oversee diagnostics validation, DTC testing, and UDS implementationMonitor network load, power consumption, timing, sleep/wake behaviorTesting & ValidationCoordinate integration testing across: SIL (Software-in-the-Loop), HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop), Lab cars, mules, and full vehicle systemsDrive test automation and regression testing using: dSPACE, Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, ETAS LABCAR, NI VeriStandEnsure traceability of test results to system and software requirementsIssue & Risk ManagementOwn issue tracking tools (JIRA, ALM, etc.) and drive root cause resolutionLead FMEA/DFMEA activities for integration-related risksPrepare and present gate review documentation including risk assessments and maturity statusCross-functional CollaborationPartner with Software engineers, Systems engineers, Calibration teams, Validation teams, SuppliersCoordinate dependencies across ~500 vehicle functions and zonal ECUsSupport testing across various platforms (HILs, SILs, lab cars, vehicles)