Program Manager
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt, Salary Reports to: VP of Commercial Operations Supervisory Responsibility: Production Managers Location: Fort Worth, TX (Hybrid)
Company Summary Stellar Energy is a trusted provider of turnkey liquid-to-chip cooling solutions for the world’s leading data center and industrial manufacturing customers. As computing demand and industrial processes continue to grow, modern facilities require cooling infrastructure that can scale quickly, efficiently, and reliably.
Our modular approach enables high-volume production while maintaining the flexibility to customize each solution. From Central Utility Plants to Coolant Distribution Units, Stellar Energy delivers scalable cooling infrastructure designed to support the rapid expansion of data centers and mission-critical industrial operations.
Backed by deep engineering expertise and large-scale manufacturing capability, Stellar Energy helps customers deploy critical infrastructure faster and with confidence.
Summary Objective The Program Manager is responsible for leading the successful execution and coordination of complex customer (hyperscalers) programs involving multiple manufacturing facilities, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. This role will lead the coordination between Project Management, Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Scheduling, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Aftermarket Services to ensure Customer’s projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with customer expectations. The Program Manager drives financial performance, communication, manages project risks, improves operational processes, and ensures alignment across internal stakeholders while supporting Stellar Energy's commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Essential Functions
- Lead the on budget and on schedule execution and coordination of complex customer programs involving multiple manufacturing locations, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
- Manage customer relationship throughout the project execution lifecycle, maintaining a clear understanding of project scope, schedules, technical requirements, and customer expectations.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Scheduling, Logistics, Procurement, Project Management, and Aftermarket Services to ensure project milestones and deliverables are achieved.
- Develop and maintain project execution plans while monitoring progress against established schedules, internal financial goals, and customer commitments. Identify financial and schedule project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve issues impacting project execution or customer delivery.
- Collaborate with Aftermarket and Service organizations to ensure service requirements are aligned with customer needs. Establish standardized work processes that improve coordination across manufacturing locations and support consistent project execution.
- Drive communication across internal stakeholders by facilitating project meetings, providing status updates, and escalating issues when necessary.
- Monitor project performance metrics and recommend process improvements that enhance execution efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on project coordination, supply chain integration, and operational excellence.
- Build strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal business partners to ensure successful project outcomes.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies
- Program and Project Management Cross-Functional Leadership Manufacturing Operations
- Customer Relationship Management
- Financial reporting, control, and execution against set budgets.
- Risk Identification and Mitigation Process Improvement
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Communication and Presentation Skills
- Time Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
Supervisory Responsibility This position will have direct supervisory responsibilities but is responsible for leading cross-functional teams and influencing project execution across multiple departments.
Work Location This position will work from one of Stellar Energy's manufacturing or corporate locations. Hybrid work arrangements may be considered based on business needs.
Work Environment Most work is performed in an office environment with regular interaction with manufacturing operations, engineering teams, and project personnel. Occasional visits to fabrication facilities, distribution centers, customer sites, and supplier locations may be required.
Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required to support project deadlines, customer needs, or business priorities.
Travel Travel up to 20% may be required, including occasional domestic and international travel to manufacturing facilities, customer sites, and supplier locations.
Required Education and Experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or a related field
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in program management, project management, manufacturing operations, supply chain, or a related field.
- Experience coordinating complex cross-functional projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Strong analytical, organizational, and project coordination skills.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience supporting engineered-to-order manufacturing or industrial equipment.
- Knowledge of ERP systems such as Oracle, JD Edwards, SAP, or similar platforms.
- Experience coordinating international logistics, global supply chains, or multi-site manufacturing operations.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management training preferred.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma methodologies preferred.
Work Authorization Must be authorized to work in the USA.
Benefits Summary We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options; preventive care covered at 100% in-network)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
- 401(k) with company match (100% match up to 3% + 50% match up to 6%)
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage options
- Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage
- Wellness programs, including incentives up to $300 annually and a no-cost weight management program
- Virtual healthcare options, including $0 virtual visits in many cases
- Additional voluntary benefits including legal services and pet insurance
- Competitive PTO plan for exempt and non-exempt employees
Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.