Hardware Engineering Program Manager

Piper Companies is seeking a Hardware Engineering Program Manager located near San Jose, CA to lead large-scale, complex hardware development initiatives within the high-tech infrastructure industry. The Hardware Engineering Program Manager will play a critical role in managing engineering execution while also remaining hands-on and technically engaged across multiple disciplines. The Hardware Engineering Program Manager is a full-time onsite position near San Jose, CA. 

Responsibilities of the Hardware Engineering Program Manager: 

• Drive full lifecycle hardware development programs from concept through production, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery. 
• Lead cross-functional coordination across mechanical, electrical, thermal, optical, and systems engineering teams, ensuring alignment and execution. 
• Own program schedules, dependencies, and risk mitigation while actively stepping in to support technical problem-solving when needed. 
• Manage relationships with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and external partners to ensure seamless production and delivery. 
• Facilitate technical discussions and decision-making across infrastructure domains including data centers, wiring, fiber, power, and server systems. 

Qualifications of the Hardware Engineering Program Manager: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline. 
• 10+ years of engineering experience within high-tech hardware environments (networking, data center infrastructure, servers, or electronics). 
• 5+ years of program management experience leading complex hardware or embedded systems initiatives. 
• Strong technical breadth across hardware domains (mechanical, electrical, thermal, signal, and infrastructure systems) with the ability to dive into details. 
• Proficiency in program management platforms such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Jira, or Confluence. 

Compensation for the Hardware Engineering Program Manager includes: 

• Salary range: $210,000-$250,000 
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO 

This job opens for applications on 06/15/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. 

Keywords: Hardware Engineering Program Manager, EPM, Data Center Infrastructure, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Networking Hardware, Program Management, Contract Manufacturing, Fiber, Servers, Smartsheet

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