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Generac Power Systems Engineering Project Manager II in South Burlington, Vermont
We are DR Power, a Generac Company, professional power equipment done right.
Established in 1985, we are a leader in the design and manufacture of professional-grade gas and battery-powered outdoor power equipment. We are dedicated to the enduring quality and uncompromising performance of everything we build. We stand behind every DR® product and are here to help every customer regardless of when or where they made their initial purchase.
The Engineering Project Manager II is responsible for planning and executing product development activities including new product introductions, cost reduction, technology integration, and lifecycle product support. The position requires strong technical and cross-functional product development and business process knowledge, superior people leadership skills, functional and project management experience, proficiency in quality systems, and business planning knowledge.
This position works closely with the product business groups and other functional leaders in the company (product management, engineering, service, manufacturing operations, supply chain, marketing, quality, IT, finance) and is responsible for providing leadership and management for projects supporting a Generac business area / product line. This leadership role is responsible for planning and executing product development project plans which ensure superior products for Customers.
Essential Duties:
Provide project management leadership to teams for new product development projects including: creating schedules, building product development plans, integrating the activities of cross-functional team members
Implement product requirements into project scope, design and product realization requirements
Lead key project execution, in primary collaboration with engineering and product management for new product development or similar product initiatives
Plan and execute multiple large, complex projects to meet or exceed schedule, project cost, scope and quality commitments
Achieve target product cost for Generac and product life cycle cost for Customers
Effectively execute and provide suggestions for improvement the product development process. Utilize the Generac Development Process (GDP) Milestones and Design Reviews as key drivers of product development progression.
Define and drive Risk and Mitigation plans for projects. Define and lead contingency option assessments when needed, then select and execute mitigation plans
Facilitate collaboration between departments to identify and harvest new product development concepts, technologies, techniques, standards and procedures.
Manage attributes and decisions such as make vs. buy (globally), shipping and logistics cost, bidding process
Actively participate in identifying and implementing continuous process improvements of the Generac NPI phase/gate process. Lead some CI initiatives in this area.
Identify, evaluate and document “lessons-learned” during the project and communicate best practices and lessons learned to project team members on future projects
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent work experience
7 years of progressive work experience in engineering, project engineering, brand/product management of equipment, machinery, or other powered products
5 years of project management experience in product development of industrial/commercial equipment, machinery, or other powered products
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Advanced level ability to deliver results while working simultaneously on multiple projects; balancing resources, timing and quality of outcomes
Advanced level ability to lead the transformation from product requirements into a product design and realization plan to meet or exceed the product and business goals
Demonstrated ability to influence people and teams who are not all direct reports
Advanced team building and leadership skills
Strong understanding of engineering technical issues/needs, manufacturing, supply chain, service, customer service, financial, sales, and marketing as related to product design and development
Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
Our success is directly tied to our employees’ professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect.
Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.
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