Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
4+ years of technical project management experience, ideally in R&D or heavy engineering.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
Proficient in project scoping, scheduling, budgeting, and documentation, especially using Microsoft Project.
Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Experience in risk and change management, including mitigation strategies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and influencing skills.
Responsibilities
Manage project scope, schedule, and budget with full accountability.
Develop and control detailed project plans and resource allocations using Microsoft Project.
Lead projects through the entire Product Development Process (PDP).
Act as the primary contact for all project-related matters to ensure customer satisfaction.
Engage with product management and technical partners to define project scope and targets.
Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment.
Coach and motivate the project team, fostering a high-performance environment.
Identify and manage project risks with suitable mitigation strategies.
Benefits
Career growth and development opportunities.
Supportive work culture.
Company-paid health and wellness benefits.
Paid time off and holidays.
401K savings plan with company match.
Family building benefits.
Parental leave.
Full Job Description
A Snapshot of Your Day
As R&D Project Manager within the Large Generators Engineering PMO, you will support the ramp-up of generator projects and R&D as well as lead complex generator customer and Research & Development projects critical to Siemens Energy's strategic objectives. Your day will focus on comprehensive project lifecycle management from initiation to closure, proactive stakeholder leadership and cross-functional team coordination, as well as strategic risk and resource management. You will help ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality and technical standards.
How You'll Make an Impact
Manage the scope, schedule and budget for complex R&D and customer projects with full accountability.
Develop, track and control detailed project plans, schedules and resource allocations using tools such as Microsoft Project.
Lead projects throughout the entire Product Development Process (PDP) to ensure delivery within approved boundaries for cost, time and quality.
Ensure business success and customer satisfaction by acting as the primary point of contact for all project-related matters.
Engage with product management and technical partners to define project scope, targets and overall boundaries.
Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, supply chain and manufacturing, to ensure project alignment.
Coach, motivate and guide the project team, addressing challenges and fostering a high-performance environment.
Represent the project in regular controlling and pipelining meetings, negotiating for resources and providing status updates to leadership.
Identify, analyze and manage project risks by developing and implementing suitable mitigation strategies.
Manage project scope through a formal change request process to balance stakeholder requirements with project constraints.
Ensure adherence to quality standards and lead the review of all major project deliverables.
Provide technical and analytical guidance to the project team to resolve complex problems and ensure project success.
What You Bring
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. An advanced degree, such as a Master's degree in a relevant field, is considered a plus.
4+ years of experience in technical project management, preferably in an R&D or heavy engineering environment, such as turbomachinery or power generation.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
Experience with project scoping, scheduling, budgeting, project documentation and resource allocation, including use of Microsoft Project.
Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
Experience with risk management, change management and risk mitigation.
Strong influencing, problem-solving and analytical skills.
Candidates with more experience can be considered for a higher level or vice versa.
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
About the Team
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.
Rewards
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture
Company paid Health and wellness benefits
Paid Time Off and paid holidays
401K savings plan with company match
Family building benefits
Parental leave
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