Program Manager- Engineering

Eaton Corporation•Raleigh, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s Electrical Critical Power Solutions Division is currently seeking a program manager to join our team. This role will take place on-site at one of our facilities in Raleigh, NC. Relocation benefits will be provided within the United States only. Eaton’s Electrical Critical Power Solutions Division designs, manufactures, and services Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, batteries, and electronic-based products to ensure power reliability in the most demanding applications. Our employees deliver mission-critical solutions to our customers’ most challenging energy management requirements.

Requirements

MinimuBachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
Minimum three (3) years’ of professional experience in a manufacturing environment
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H 1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in project management methodologies and tools
Experience working on projects with high-power electrical equipment
Ability to successfully interface with all organizational levels & departments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong presentation aptitude and public speaking experience
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems
Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Detailed planning ability and strong organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address challenges proactively

Responsibilities

Serve as a Program Manager (PM) with strong focus on Continuous Improvement (CI) and Manufacturing Engineering (ME) competencies
Lead and support manufacturing engineering activities at RPO, including line design, layout development, and process optimization
Drive execution of projects, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and aligned to scope
Develop and implement facility and production line layouts to support operational efficiency and capacity needs
Coordinate and communicate effectively with external contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Act as a key liaison between engineering, operations, and support functions
Provide clear and effective communication across all levels
Present updates, risks, and progress to senior leadership
Work closely with operators and floor-level teams to ensure successful execution
Lead cross-functional collaboration with support functions (quality, supply chain, EH&S, etc.)
Monitor progress, identify risks, and drive problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives
Accountable for program scope and successful execution within technical, schedule, cost and quality commitments.
Ensure effective program management tools and processes are utilized, including the use of Eaton’s PROLaunch process as applicable.
Lead project teams. Identify required activities across functions, hold team members accountable for successful execution.
Maintain a robust communication plan, inclusive of regular stakeholder presentations relevant to status of programs. Monitor risk and take decisive and early action to resolve any issues.
Capture and communicate lessons learned from current / past projects.
Flex across various sites in Raleigh area as needed, providing on-site support and leadership to ensure seamless program execution and operational continuity.