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New grad technical project manager jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Technology & Software, Staffing & Recruiting, and Manufacturing, with employers like Netskope, Ursus, and Tesla hiring at this level now.
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JOB TITLE: Sr. Technical Project Manager - Restraints
LOCATION: Newark, CA
DURATION: Through 12/31/26 (potential extension)
RATE RANGE: $56 - $66/hr.
TOP 3 SKILLS:
- 4+ years of Project Management experience; 2+ years of automotive industry experience.
- Automotive restraints/safety systems experience is required and non-negotiable.
- Experience managing complex cross-functional engineering programs; Experience coordinating suppliers and managing deliverables to strict timelines.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Sr. Technical Project Manager to support our Restraints Engineering team. This individual will serve as the central coordinator and program quarterback for critical vehicle safety systems, including airbags, seatbelts, and restraint-related components. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of driving complex engineering programs forward through proactive planning, cross-functional coordination, risk management, and effective communication. This role requires someone who can translate technical concepts for diverse audiences, anticipate obstacles before they occur, and keep teams aligned on critical milestones and deliverables. This is a highly visible role supporting vehicle development, validation testing, supplier management, logistics coordination, and manufacturing readiness activities.
Responsibilities:
- Manage restraint suppliers and development timing to ensure program milestones and deliverables are achieved.
- Track Planning BOM maturity, engineering changes, tooling, piece costs, and overall program readiness.
- Support restraint system integration and validation testing activities.
- Develop test parts requirements and coordinate procurement, timing, and logistics.
- Ensure parts are manufactured, shipped, and delivered on schedule to support testing and development activities.
- Coordinate with procurement, supplier partners, seating teams, interior systems teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, dashboards, KPIs, and readiness metrics.
- Identify and mitigate risks, issues, dependencies, and logistical challenges before they impact program timing.
- Manage shipment tracking, material flow, warehousing activities, engineering logistics, and international shipments.
- Track action items, drive accountability, and ensure timely closure of open issues.
- Document lessons learned, process improvements, and best practices throughout the program lifecycle.
- Support Manufacturing Readiness Reviews and other program execution activities.
- Facilitate communication across multiple technical and non-technical stakeholder groups.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of Project Management experience.
- 2+ years of automotive industry experience.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and project tracking skills.
- Experience coordinating suppliers and managing deliverables to strict timelines.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Automotive restraints/safety systems experience is required and non-negotiable.
- Experience managing complex cross-functional engineering programs.
- Experience identifying risks and implementing mitigation plans.
- Experience with Jira and Smartsheet.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- PMP Certification.
- Experience in Lean manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting vehicle development programs.
- Supplier management experience.
- Validation testing and engineering integration experience.
- Experience with dashboards, KPIs, and program status reporting.
- Highly Desired Experience:
- Automotive restraint systems
- Airbags
- Seatbelt systems
- Vehicle safety systems
- Engineering logistics
- Validation testing
- Supplier development
- Manufacturing readiness
- Program milestone management
Education:
- Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related degree.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:
The successful candidate will:
- Be highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Demonstrate strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Be self-motivated and passionate about engineering program execution.
- Anticipate issues and communicate proactively.
- Thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
- Be comfortable driving alignment across multiple teams without direct authority.
- Possess strong collaboration, mediation, and problem-solving skills.
- Continuously seek process improvements and operational efficiencies.
- Take ownership of information dissemination, program tracking, and meeting follow-up activities.
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.
JOB TITLE: Sr. Technical Project Manager - Restraints
LOCATION: Newark, CA
DURATION: Through 12/31/26 (potential extension)
RATE RANGE: $56 - $66/hr.
TOP 3 SKILLS:
- 4+ years of Project Management experience; 2+ years of automotive industry experience.
- Automotive restraints/safety systems experience is required and non-negotiable.
- Experience managing complex cross-functional engineering programs; Experience coordinating suppliers and managing deliverables to strict timelines.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Sr. Technical Project Manager to support our Restraints Engineering team. This individual will serve as the central coordinator and program quarterback for critical vehicle safety systems, including airbags, seatbelts, and restraint-related components. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of driving complex engineering programs forward through proactive planning, cross-functional coordination, risk management, and effective communication. This role requires someone who can translate technical concepts for diverse audiences, anticipate obstacles before they occur, and keep teams aligned on critical milestones and deliverables. This is a highly visible role supporting vehicle development, validation testing, supplier management, logistics coordination, and manufacturing readiness activities.
Responsibilities:
- Manage restraint suppliers and development timing to ensure program milestones and deliverables are achieved.
- Track Planning BOM maturity, engineering changes, tooling, piece costs, and overall program readiness.
- Support restraint system integration and validation testing activities.
- Develop test parts requirements and coordinate procurement, timing, and logistics.
- Ensure parts are manufactured, shipped, and delivered on schedule to support testing and development activities.
- Coordinate with procurement, supplier partners, seating teams, interior systems teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, dashboards, KPIs, and readiness metrics.
- Identify and mitigate risks, issues, dependencies, and logistical challenges before they impact program timing.
- Manage shipment tracking, material flow, warehousing activities, engineering logistics, and international shipments.
- Track action items, drive accountability, and ensure timely closure of open issues.
- Document lessons learned, process improvements, and best practices throughout the program lifecycle.
- Support Manufacturing Readiness Reviews and other program execution activities.
- Facilitate communication across multiple technical and non-technical stakeholder groups.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of Project Management experience.
- 2+ years of automotive industry experience.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and project tracking skills.
- Experience coordinating suppliers and managing deliverables to strict timelines.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Automotive restraints/safety systems experience is required and non-negotiable.
- Experience managing complex cross-functional engineering programs.
- Experience identifying risks and implementing mitigation plans.
- Experience with Jira and Smartsheet.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- PMP Certification.
- Experience in Lean manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting vehicle development programs.
- Supplier management experience.
- Validation testing and engineering integration experience.
- Experience with dashboards, KPIs, and program status reporting.
- Highly Desired Experience:
- Automotive restraint systems
- Airbags
- Seatbelt systems
- Vehicle safety systems
- Engineering logistics
- Validation testing
- Supplier development
- Manufacturing readiness
- Program milestone management
Education:
- Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related degree.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:
The successful candidate will:
- Be highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Demonstrate strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Be self-motivated and passionate about engineering program execution.
- Anticipate issues and communicate proactively.
- Thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
- Be comfortable driving alignment across multiple teams without direct authority.
- Possess strong collaboration, mediation, and problem-solving skills.
- Continuously seek process improvements and operational efficiencies.
- Take ownership of information dissemination, program tracking, and meeting follow-up activities.
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.
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Entry Level Technical Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level technical project manager job?
Focus on demonstrating coordination skills through internships, capstone projects, or volunteer work where you managed timelines or cross-functional tasks. Certifications like CAPM or a foundational Agile credential help signal readiness when experience is limited. Tailor your resume to show tools you know, such as Jira or Trello, and emphasize outcomes you delivered even in academic or informal settings.
Which companies hire entry level technical project managers?
Companies hiring entry level technical project managers right now include Netskope, Ursus, and Tesla, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large enterprises building out structured PMO teams and mid-size tech firms that onboard junior coordinators to support growing product and engineering pipelines.
Are there remote entry level technical project manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 38% of entry level technical project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which makes this a realistic option for candidates who aren't tied to a specific city. Hybrid roles are particularly common at larger organizations that prefer some in-office presence for onboarding new hires.
Are these new grad technical project manager jobs?
Yes. These listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior technical project manager roles specifically. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and accepts internships, coursework, or a portfolio in place of full-time work history. Look for language like "entry level," "recent graduates welcome," or "0 to 2 years" in the job description as a reliable signal.
Which industries hire the most entry level technical project managers?
Entry Level technical project manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Staffing & Recruiting, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to hire at the junior level because they run large volumes of concurrent projects, creating a steady need for coordinators who can track deliverables and keep stakeholders aligned even without deep prior experience.