Lead Technical Project Manager

About the role

The Lead Technical Project Manager is a pivotal role within Dyson's Software, Hardware and Power Systems programme, responsible for independently delivering complex projects within a defined technology or product area. Reporting to the Senior Programme Manager, the role acts as the single point of contact across Software, Hardware and Power Systems, ensuring technical excellence, robust delivery and effective stakeholder engagement. It works with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and covers the full project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex projects in the SWHW&PS domain, balancing technical, schedule, scope, quality and resource constraints.
• Serve as the main contact for stakeholders, develop project communication plans and provide accurate, timely updates.
• Manage project financials, including budget management and CAPEX planning, and own resource allocation.
• Develop and drive Level 0-2 project plans, manage dependencies and escalate unresolved issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, regulatory, manufacturing and quality requirements, and maintain project KPI reporting.
• Drive risk management, requirements traceability and cross-functional collaboration.
• Coach and mentor junior project managers, capture lessons learned and promote continuous improvement.

Required profile

• First degree (engineering preferable) or equivalent.
• Project management or project lead with delivery responsibility.
• Product development in hardware or software is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of project management in a high-technology engineering field and 5 years in hardware and software product development in IoT, consumer electronics or automotive.
• Experience managing cross-functional engineering teams, suppliers and stakeholders; experience with global teams is highly desirable.
• Mandarin is advantageous but not essential.

Required skills

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project and Teams.
• Understanding of tools such as Confluence and JIRA.
• Knowledge of risk management, requirements management and stakeholder engagement.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonuses monitored against the market.
• Transport allowance and comprehensive medical care and insurance.
• Professional growth, leadership development and regular reviews.
• A relaxed dress code and a vibrant team environment.