Eaton Corporation

Customer Project Manager

Eaton Corporation Hengelo, Overijssel, Netherlands

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

18 h ago
project-manager Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time Netherlands
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About the role

Lead the execution of medium to large-scale electrical projects from post-sale handover through to final closeout. Manage project lifecycles including design, procurement, installation, and testing while overseeing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder engagement.

What they look for

Project management Electrical systems Mechanical systems Power distribution MV/LV switchgear Transformers Automation systems Stakeholder management Budget management Risk management MS Project Financial oversight Team leadership Procurement Communication skills

Requirements

Requires 3–5+ years of project management experience in electrical, mechanical, or industrial sectors. Candidates must have a strong understanding of power distribution systems and experience working on customer-facing projects.

Benefits

Flexible work environment Career growth and development Leadership programs Global career paths Inclusive culture

Full description

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a strong technical background in electrical or mechanical systems? Join Eaton, a global leader in power management, and take charge of delivering complex, high-impact projects across the EMEA region.

What you’ll do:

As a Customer Project Manager, you’ll lead the successful execution of medium to large-scale electrical projects from post-sale handover through to final closeout. You’ll manage all phases of the project lifecycle including:

  • Design, procurement, installation, and testing of MV/LV switchgear, transformers, automation systems, and turnkey solutions.
  • Stakeholder coordination across engineering, procurement, service teams, contractors, and customers.
  • Project planning and control using modern tools (e.g., MS Project), including schedule, budget, risk, and resource management.
  • Customer engagement and reporting to ensure alignment, satisfaction, and successful delivery.
  • Team leadership, organizing kick-off meetings, managing internal and external contributors, and ensuring clear deliverables.
  • Financial oversight, including cost control, variation orders, and margin management.
  • Continuous improvement, sharing lessons learned and contributing to best practices across the organization.

Qualifications:

  • 3–5+ years of project management experience in electrical, mechanical, or industrial projects
  • Data Center, utilities, critical infrastructure, renewables, or large industrial clients experience
  • Experience working on Customer Projects is a must
  • Strong understanding of power distribution systems (MV/LV), automation, and control systems

Skills:

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% across EMEA for site visits, FATs, and customer meetings.

What we offer:

  • Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy the freedom to work remotely with travel opportunities across EMEA, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
  • Career Growth & Development: Access to continuous learning, leadership programs, and global career paths to help you grow professionally.
  • Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse, ethical, and values-driven organization recognized globally for its commitment to inclusion and sustainability.
  • Meaningful Work: Contribute to projects that power critical infrastructure and help build a more sustainable future

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