Manage complex automotive technical projects, ensuring timely delivery, resource management, and communication among stakeholders. Familiarity with vehicle testing is essential.
Job Title: Technical Project Manager
Location: Foster City, CA
Client Facing: Yes
About PAC Group:
At The PAC Group (PAC), we specialize in engineering consulting, program management, and operational excellence—delivering high-impact solutions in more than 20 countries. We’re proud to partner with the world’s leading companies in automotive, aerospace, industrial, and technology sectors, providing strategic guidance and hands-on execution that drive innovation and efficiency. Whether we’re launching advanced manufacturing systems, deploying digital simulation tools, or scaling global operations, PAC thrives at the intersection of technology, engineering, and problem-solving.
Joining PAC means joining a dynamic, fast-paced, and global team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Role Purpose:
- Successful track record of delivering multiple complex automotive technical projects in parallel
- High degree of understanding of vehicle testing and development. You should understand system interactions and dependencies
- Familiarity with prototype or pre-production vehicle testing and development
Required Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in project management and a Batchelor's in Business, Communications, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in resource management software (e.g., JIRA) to develop project plans and track asset availability against timelines
- Expert level ability to structure boards, workflows, and dashboards that provide real time visibility into project health without creating "admin debt" for engineers
- A "closer" mentality with a high sense of ownership. You are known for closing loops without supervision and preventing scop creep in fast moving environments
- Calm under pressure, concise in communication, and capable of synthesizing shifting priorities into a clear path forward
Bonus Qualifications:
- Background in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in a startup or high growth "execution first" environment
- Familiarity with vehicle development cycles and prototype hardware management
- Experience with autonomous vehicle platforms and software development
The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, education, and qualifications.
Pay Range
$155,000—$165,000 USD
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