About the role

The project manager will oversee custom power distribution equipment projects from initial requirements through final delivery. They are responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams, managing project schedules, and ensuring all technical and quality standards are met.

What they look for

Project management Electrical manufacturing Engineering drawing interpretation Supply chain coordination Project scheduling Order management Long-lead material planning ERP systems MS Project Smartsheet Customer relationship management Factory acceptance testing Lean manufacturing Six Sigma Technical specifications

Requirements

Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of project management experience within the electrical or manufacturing industry. Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and experience with ERP systems and project management software is required.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package Career advancement opportunities

Full description

Electrical Manufacturing Project Manager

Location: Marietta, OH Job Type: Full-Time Direct Hire Starting Salary: $120,000/year (higher compensation available based on experience)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Manufacturing Project Manager to oversee custom power distribution equipment projects from initial requirements through final delivery. This role will manage project execution, coordinate cross-functional teams, support customer communication, and ensure engineered-to-order projects are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.

The ideal candidate has experience managing complex manufacturing projects involving electrical equipment, engineering teams, production operations, and supply chain coordination.

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Key Responsibilities

Lead projects through all phases, including requirements review, engineering, procurement, manufacturing, testing, shipment, and final closeout.

Serve as the main project contact for customers and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Coordinate activities between sales, application engineering, design engineering, supply chain, production, quality, and logistics teams.

Create and maintain project schedules, milestones, and delivery timelines.

Evaluate material availability, production capacity, and project requirements to establish achievable schedules.

Facilitate project kickoff meetings and track follow-up actions.

Manage customer-driven changes, engineering revisions, and impacts to scope or schedule.

Coordinate factory acceptance testing (FAT), documentation requirements, and shipment preparation.

Identify potential project risks and implement solutions to keep projects on track.

Maintain project status reports, schedule updates, and delivery performance metrics.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field preferred.

5+ years of project management experience within manufacturing, electrical equipment, or electromechanical industries.

Experience managing engineered-to-order (ETO) or custom manufacturing projects.

Strong understanding of project scheduling, order management, and long-lead material planning.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications.

Experience working with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Proficiency with ERP systems and project management tools such as MS Project or Smartsheet.

Excellent communication, organization, and customer relationship management skills.

Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with power distribution equipment, including:

Switchgear

Power Distribution Centers (PDCs)

Remote Power Panels (RPPs)

Static Transfer Switches (STS)

UPS systems

PMP certification or active pursuit of certification.

Knowledge of electrical industry standards including UL, NEC, and ANSI.

Experience coordinating factory acceptance testing (FAT) and customer witness testing.

Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience.

Comprehensive benefits package.

Career advancement opportunities.

Collaborative environment supporting professional growth.

Opportunity to manage complex electrical manufacturing projects from concept through completion.

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