Purpose Statement: To plan and manage engineering projects for PLXS-ENG customers.
Key Job Accountabilities:
- Business Development - Supports the customer development process in winning new business independently and is directly responsible for developing repeat business with previous and/or current customers
- Work-sharing Support - Accountable for proactively identifying work packages or opportunities that should be work shared. Works effectively with the Mgr - Engineering to promote inter-design center project staffing model while balancing individual needs of the project, customer, and employee.
- Manages customers’ expectations regarding all aspects across full value stream projects AND/OR product commercialization projects independently. This includes setting expectations for the challenges in developing products or test systems. Expectations shall also be managed regarding project scope, schedule, budget, risks, deliverables, and any changes to the original proposal.
- Manages projects to successful financial execution with the goal of 100% conversion. Utilizes Plexus business systems to accurately project revenue for both active projects and opportunities
- Effectively manages the team resources and leads the program to a successful execution. This includes partnering with the engineering team to identify solutions to meet the customer's needs. It is also important to partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and third party suppliers to ensure Plexus’ design are successfully introduced into Plexus Manufacturing Solutions sites. Responsible for developing future Plexus leaders.
Education/Experience Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree required with 6 or more years of related experience preferred.
Other Qualifications:
- Experience managing projects for Functional Test Equipment is desireable
- Strong project management skills and knowledge of project management principles.
- Possess excellent communication, leadership, organization and decision-making skills.
- Possess an overall understanding of the product development and product realization processes.
- Ability to work in a matrix/cross-functional team environment.
- Possess strong organizational & presentation skills.
- Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- Being Flexible and Adaptable - Resilient and Manage Ambiguity.
- Must be fluent in English speaking and writing.
Physical Requirements:
- N/A
Travel Requirements:
- N/A
This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 6 or more years of related experience
- Strong project management skills and knowledge of project management principles
- Excellent communication, leadership, organization and decision-making skills
- Understanding of product development and product realization processes
- Ability to work in a matrix/cross-functional team environment
- Strong organizational and presentation skills
- Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills
- Flexible, adaptable, resilient, and able to manage ambiguity
- Fluent in English speaking and writing
Plexus Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental and vision coverage are complemented by multiple plan options and wellbeing programs, including mental‑health support, virtual physical therapy and chronic‑condition management. This breadth, alongside tax‑advantaged accounts, indicates a robust health and wellness offering.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program includes a clear company match administered by a major provider, with access to financial guidance resources. This delivers dependable retirement support within the overall rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave and paid volunteer time off are part of the core package, with PTO that scales with tenure. This combination reflects comprehensive time‑away support across life and community needs.
Plexus Corp. Insights
What We Do
Since 1979, Plexus has been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a team of over 20,000 individuals who are dedicated to providing Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing and Aftermarket Services. Plexus is a global leader that specializes in serving customers in industries with highly complex products and demanding regulatory environments. Plexus delivers customer service excellence to leading companies by providing innovative, comprehensive solutions throughout a product’s lifecycle. For more information about Plexus, visit our website at www.plexus.com
