About Us
Dyson is a global technology company that sets out to solve the problems others ignore. We create machines that are different, better and more useful through inventive engineering, rigorous testing and a commitment to exploring new possibilities.
At Dyson, we believe that diverse experiences, perspectives and ways of thinking help us create better products for our users. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute.
About the Role
The Product Delivery & Process Excellence Manager is a pivotal role within the Software, Hardware and Power Systems programme, responsible for developing, deploying and maintaining framework which helps tracking and delivering complex projects. This role acts as a single point of contact within NPD and across Software, Hardware and Power System to ensure excellence, quality, robust project delivery with data driven approach.
Description
Reporting into the Programme Management function, you will lead and drive excellence and automation across projects delivery, working with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers. You will be responsible for defining the tools, process, metrics, KPIs and dashboards which reflect the live status of the project if objectives are met on time, on spec and on quality. You are also expected to lead, execute and delivery projects as a Technical Project Manager.
Accountabilities
Lead the definition, deployment, governance, and continuous improvement of Software and Hardware Excellence practices across the organization, enabling data-driven decision-making through live dashboards, engineering metrics, quality indicators, and program health reporting for both software and hardware development programs.
Maintain accurate and timely project KPI reporting, providing a clear and transparent view of project health, risks, and performance.
Champion the adoption of product development processes, engineering best practices, and delivery discipline across project teams.
Independently lead and deliver complex projects within the Software, Hardware, and Product Solutions (SWHW&PS) domain, balancing technical, schedule, scope, quality, and resource constraints.
Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, ensuring clear, effective, and timely communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Collaborate with Tools and engineering teams to ensure process, dashboards, tools and methodologies are aligned
Govern resource allocation, process, quality, delivery and including financial governance and alignment with business priorities.
Develop, maintain, and drive execution of Level 0-2 project plans, proactively managing dependencies, prioritizing activities, and escalating unresolved issues when required.
Ensure project readiness and compliance with all applicable safety, security, regulatory, manufacturing, and quality requirements.
Proactively identify, assess, and resolve project issues and risks, ensuring effective risk management, mitigation planning, and end-to-end requirements traceability.
Drive cross-functional collaboration and alignment to achieve project objectives and deliver successful business outcomes.
Coach, mentor, and support the development of junior project managers and team members, fostering growth and capability building.
Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and high performance across the project team.
Ensure lessons learned are captured and applied to improve project execution, delivery efficiency, and organizational capability.
Skills
First Degree (Engineering preferable) or equivalent.
Quality and process champion in Automotive/IOT/Consumer domain
Product development - Software or Hardware is a plus
Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum, project governance, software quality, and engineering best practices.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, JIRA, Confluence, requirements…