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Honeywell Sr Eng Pgm Manager in Bangalore, India
Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the Senior Project Manager (AI Transformation) role is to work together with SBG leaders and AI evangelists in HTCS to implement and adopt AI tools across HTCS, and to lead a structured upskilling initiative that builds a strong AI culture, defines and enables key AI roles, and delivers role-based AI trainings across all job levels. The role partners closely with SBG Engineering leaders, HR leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders to translate the AI transformation roadmap into measurable business outcomes, sustainable operating rhythms, and scaled change adoption.
Principal Responsibilities
The principal responsibility is to plan, execute, and govern HTCS AI transformation initiatives by contributing in the following areas:
Own and manage the HTCS AI Transformation program plan (scope, milestones, budget/benefits, dependencies, risks, and change impacts) and establish the governance cadence (steering committee, workstream reviews, and KPI reporting).
Drive implementation and scaled adoption of priority AI tools within HTCS (e.g., copilots, knowledge assistants, automation, analytics/ML solutions), ensuring alignment to business problems, data/security requirements, and user needs.
Build and maintain a prioritized AI use-case portfolio with SBG Engineering and HTCS function leaders; define value hypotheses, success metrics, and realization tracking (productivity, quality, cycle time, cost, and user satisfaction).
Lead the HTCS AI upskilling program end-to-end: training needs assessment, role-based curricula, learning pathways, communications, learning logistics, completion tracking, and effectiveness measurement.
Partner with HR/L&D to define AI capability frameworks and key AI roles across HTCS (e.g., AI Product Owner, Citizen Developer, Prompt Engineer, Data Steward, AI Champion) and embed them into talent processes (hiring, onboarding, performance and career paths).
Establish and run change management and communications to build AI culture (campaigns, showcases, communities of practice, office hours, playbooks, adoption toolkits) and drive engagement across all job levels.
Coordinate cross-functional readiness for AI deployments (IT, Cybersecurity, Legal, Data Privacy, Procurement, Finance) including access models, data governance, responsible AI controls, and operational support models.
Develop standard processes and templates for AI use-case intake, evaluation, delivery, and scaling (business case, data assessment, model/tool selection, validation, rollout, and sustainment).
Facilitate alignment between HTCS and SBG Engineering leaders on priorities, resourcing, and decision-making; prepare executive-level materials (status, risks, decisions required, benefits realized).
Track and report program health and adoption outcomes using dashboards (training completion, active users, usage patterns, NPS, productivity indicators) and drive corrective actions to ensure delivery.
Ensure knowledge transfer and long-term sustainment by establishing an AI community network, documenting standards, and enabling function owners to run AI tools and trainings as part of normal operations.
Principal Networks & Contact Links
HTCS leadership team and function leaders; SBG Engineering leaders; AI/Digital leaders and product owners.
HR / L&D leaders and training partners; change management and communications teams.
IT, Cybersecurity, Legal, Data Privacy, Procurement, Finance, and other enabling functions supporting AI deployments.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No direct reports; leads through influence in a matrix organization and coordinates cross-functional workstreams (AI tools, training, change management, governance) to deliver outcomes.
Ability to mobilize stakeholders, facilitate decision-making, remove blockers, and ensure delivery across multiple sites and time zones.
Geographic Scope & Travel Requirements
The position is based out of Bangalore, India, and may require occasional travel to other HTCS and SBG Engineering locations globally as required.
Education Required
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline. Master’s degree (MBA/MS) is a plus.
Project/Program Management certification (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile) preferred. AI/ML, data analytics, or cloud certifications are a strong advantage
Work Experience Required
10+ years of experience managing complex transformation programs and cross-functional initiatives in a matrix environment, including strong exposure to digital/AI enablement, technology adoption, and organizational change.
Experience essential in
Program/project management for enterprise-scale deployments (multiple stakeholders, dependencies, and workstreams).
Driving adoption of technology products/tools (user journeys, change management, training enablement, and communications).
Working knowledge of AI concepts and tooling (GenAI, copilots, prompt practices, automation, data/analytics), with the ability to translate between business and technical teams.
Stakeholder management and executive communication, including steering committee facilitation and decision documentation.
Operating in environments with strong governance expectations (data privacy, cybersecurity, compliance) and experience coordinating approvals and controls.
Benefits realization and KPI tracking for transformation outcomes (productivity, quality, cycle time, cost, and user adoption).
Experience not essential but desirable
- Experience with learning design/academy programs, communities of practice, or enterprise capability building initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated delivery of digital/AI initiatives from concept through rollout, including adoption and sustainment.
Strong facilitation and storytelling skills to simplify AI concepts for non-technical audiences and influence leaders.
Hands-on proficiency with common productivity and collaboration tools (e.g., MS 365) and familiarity with AI enablement tools/workflows.
Behavioural Competencies Required
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills – able to operate across functions, countries, and cultural boundaries.
Should be able to demonstrate all Honeywell behaviours, specifically Act with Urgency, Think big and make it happen, Be courageous and inspire greatness
Language Requirements
- Must be able to effectively communicate in English
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.