Advisory Project Lead Test Engineer

Role Overview

We are looking for a Test Project Manager to lead and coordinate end-to-end product validation projects for Lenovo server platforms. This role sits within the Product Assurance (PA) / Testing organization and plays a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, with quality, and aligned to customer and business expectations.

As a Test Project Manager, you will act as the central coordination point across multiple testing functions and development partners, driving execution through influence, structured project management, and strong stakeholder engagement. This is a project leadership role, not a hands-on testing position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end test and validation projects for Lenovo server systems from planning through execution and delivery
• Act as the PA representative for assigned projects, coordinating across multiple testing functions including hardware, software, reliability, and certification/compliance
• Build strong working partnerships with Development-side Technical Project Managers (TPMs) to align schedules, resources, and deliverables
• Drive project planning, scope management, scheduling, risk management, and issue resolution across virtual, cross-functional teams
• Track execution progress, identify risks or delays early, and proactively propose mitigation plans
• Consolidate inputs from multiple teams and deliver clear, structured project status updates to senior stakeholders
• Influence and motivate internal teams and partners to meet quality, delivery, and customer commitments
• Apply standard project management methodologies and Lenovo internal PM processes to support business growth and project scalability

Core Competencies (Must-Have)

• Project Management & Delivery Ownership

  Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional projects end to end, including planning, execution tracking, risk management, and delivery accountability.

• Cross-Functional Coordination & Stakeholder Management

  Strong ability to work across multiple teams and functions, align priorities, and drive outcomes without direct authority.

• Problem Solving & Communication

  Clear, structured communicator who can articulate project challenges, decisions, and actions, especially in fast-moving or ambiguous environments.

Good-to-Have Competencies

• Testing or Product Validation Exposure

  Working knowledge of product validation, testing, or quality disciplines (hardware/software/certification), sufficient to engage effectively with technical teams.

• Technical or Engineering Background

  Prior experience in engineering, development, or technical roles that strengthens credibility in cross-functional discussions.

• Agile & PM Tooling Experience

  Exposure to Agile project delivery and tools such as Jira and Confluence.

Required & Preferred Experience

Required

• 8+ years of experience delivering projects within the IT, technology, or engineering domain
• 5+ years of hands-on project management experience managing complex, end-to-end projects
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)

Preferred

• PMP or equivalent project management certification
• Experience managing projects across multiple geographies and virtual teams
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Why This Role Is Attractive

• High-visibility role working at the intersection of testing, development, and product delivery
• Opportunity to influence outcomes across multiple functions without being siloed into a single domain
• Exposure to complex server platforms and enterprise-grade products
• Balanced expectations: strong PM capability valued over narrow technical specialisation