Overview
We are seeking a full-time Strategic Programs Engineer 1 in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for understanding and implementing basic engineering tools and methods to contribute to corporate/global level, strategic programs such as Sustainability, Product Service Strategy or similar corporate initiatives.
Essential Functions
- Designs, develops and implements reliable solutions and processes that will satisfy a wide variety of business needs/requirements
- Creates business requirements that align with Garmin’s strategies for abstract and/or undefined problems
- Learns to monitor and interpret global regulations and compliance standards that are applicable to Garmin's business
- Identifies/drives process improvement initiatives and activities
- Ability to drive initiatives across global and/or cross-functional teams
- Identifies/resolves basic issues/risks using proper engineering tools/techniques, and uses good judgement in determining when to escalate issues to mentor or supervisor
- Performs basic statistical analysis
- Leads small to mid-size projects or sub-projects of average complexity, seeking input from mentor and/or supervisor as needed
- Learns how to use/apply engineering and project management tools relevant for performing the essential functions of this job description
- Uses effective communication skills to provide transparency to stakeholders on project status, issues, next steps, mitigation plans and impacts to the business
- Develops good relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders (ex. customers, suppliers, etc.) including Garmin teams around the world
- Applies communication skills, including effective listening, responding appropriately and managing difficult conversations
- Learns how to lead effective and efficient team meetings
- Communicates status of work clearly, providing visibility to supervisor, mentor and stakeholders
- Thoroughly documents work, including project scope, detailed assumptions, requirements (internal, external, regulatory), objectives/targets, validation needs, resource estimates, costs and timing, in an organized manner
- Develops an understanding of Garmin’s business, strategies and connectivity of departmental interdependencies
- Understands Garmin’s Mission, Vision, Values and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibits a desire to see Garmin succeed
ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SERVICE STRATEGY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Aligns with Segments, Sales and Service teams on holistic service plan for products at product launch (Product Service Plan – PSP)
- Learns how to manage, facilitate and document Service Strategy meetings
- Identifies opportunities to reduce service & warranty costs for Garmin
- Advocates for product service strategy and customer experience throughout development by participating in design reviews
- Effectively develops product service capabilities and channels that allow Garmin to resolve product issues and reduce service/warranty costs for Garmin
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline or related Engineering technical field
- Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule) with demonstrated ability to effectively apply learned knowledge
- Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across organizational and geographical boundaries to achieve goals
- Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail
- Driven problem solver with proven success in identifying/implementing solutions
- Demonstrated understanding of engineering and project management tools/methods
- Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, work well with others, able to prioritize/multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment, while maintaining a commitment to meet deadlines
- Must demonstrate the ability to deal with confidential company matters
- Demonstrated proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Desired Qualifications
- Previous work or internship in similar role
- Experience with data analytics and reporting tools
- Working knowledge of Jira and Confluence
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
