We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.
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.
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. Experience supporting engine development projects is highly preferred but not required.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent work experience
7 years of progressive work experience in engineering, project engineering, or brand/product management of equipment, machinery, or other powered products
5 years of project management experience in New Product Development or industrial/commercial equipment, machinery, or other powered products
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent work experience
7 years of progressive work experience in engineering, project engineering, or brand/product management of equipment, machinery, or other powered products
5 years of project management experience in New Product Development or industrial/commercial equipment, machinery, or other powered products
Experience supporting engine development or engine-related product development projects (highly preferred)
Experience using Smartsheet, and/or MS 365 project management tools (MS Planner, MS Project, OnePlan) highly preferred.
Essential Duties
Provide project management leadership to teams for new product development projects including: creating schedules, building product development plans, and integrating the activities of cross-functional team members
Implement product requirements into project scope, design, and product realization requirements
Lead key project execution activities, including primary commitments
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
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, and bidding processes
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Actively participate in identifying and implementing continuous process improvements of the Generac NPI phase/gate process; lead some continuous improvement initiatives in this area
Identify, evaluate, and document lessons learned during projects and communicate best practices to project team members for future projects
Advanced ability to deliver results while working simultaneously on multiple projects, balancing resources, timing, and quality of outcomes
Advanced ability to translate product requirements into product design and realization plans that meet or exceed product and business goals
Demonstrated ability to influence individuals and teams without direct reporting relationships
Advanced team building and leadership skills
Strong understanding of engineering technical issues, manufacturing, supply chain, service, customer service, financial, sales, and marketing considerations related to product design and development
Advanced communication skills
Self-driven, highly motivated, flexible, and high capacity to learn
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 - 50 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, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
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What We Do
Generac is a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Our purpose is to lead the evolution to a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world through our backup and prime power systems. As a company, we are committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Founded in 1959, Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generators. Generac’s people contribute to the company’s growth and success by living our corporate values everyday - integrity, innovation, agility, teamwork, and excellence. We foster a culture that supports diversity, equity, inclusivity, and good corporate citizenship, globally. If you're interested in powering your future with Generac, visit www.generac.com/about-us/careers to find a position that fits your career goals and celebrated talents. #PoweringPossibilities #ThePowerOfGenerac
