Program Manager – Automotive Design & Engineering

About the Role

Technicon Design Spain is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Automotive Design & Engineering Program Manager to join our Barcelona office. In this role, you will lead cross-functional projects focused on interior and exterior automotive design and engineering, ensuring seamless collaboration between stakeholders, design teams, and engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage full-cycle automotive design and engineering projects (interior & exterior).
• Organize and run meetings with design, engineering, and digital modeling teams.
• Act as a key liaison with stakeholders and the end client, including on-site meetings.
• Ensure project milestones and gateways are achieved on schedule.
• Provide clear technical guidance to digital modellers regarding engineering requirements.
• Drive collaboration across large teams while maintaining structure and efficiency.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Automotive Design or Engineering (or related field).
• Minimum 6 years’ experience managing full turn-key projects in automotive design/engineering.
• Strong knowledge of automotive development and design processes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; confident working with stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of ICEM Surf and CATIA data.
• Highly organized, methodical, and analytical with strong planning skills.
• Proven experience leading and motivating large teams.
• Flexible and resilient under tight deadlines and changing priorities.
• Team-oriented, but also able to work independently with strong personal drive.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Must be able to live and work in Barcelona, Spain.

Why Join Us?

At Technicon Design Spain, you’ll be part of a global team pushing the boundaries of automotive design and engineering innovation. We offer a dynamic international environment where your expertise will help shape the vehicles of tomorrow.