Project Manager II

WEG Electric Corp•Duluth, GA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our team to lead transformative projects and complex custom orders that are shaping the future of energy, while implementing cutting-edge technology in medium and high-voltage motors, generators, drive systems, and related Energy business solutions. As our Project Manager II, you'll independently manage multiple customer orders and projects from inception through final closeout, applying established project management expertise while continuing to develop advanced skills. In this role, you'll serve as the primary point of contact for clients on your assigned projects, building and maintaining strategic relationships while ensuring exceptional project outcomes that advance both customer satisfaction and our company's market position. Your leadership will directly influence critical infrastructure development � providing you with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the energy landscape. This mid-level position offers the perfect balance of autonomy and support, ideal for experienced project managers looking to expand their capabilities while working on significant projects that matter.

Requirements

Knowledge of electrical industrial systems, power electronics, rotating machines, motors, generators, and related applications
Knowledge of applicable industry standards including NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and UL certifications
Advanced Microsoft Office skills and SAP/ERP experience preferred
Understanding of project management methodologies and project lifecycle management principles
Strong stakeholder management capabilities across customers, partners, and internal teams
Effective verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to create professional documentation independently
Demonstrated conflict resolution and negotiation skills in technical project environments
Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple concurrent projects
Ability to identify and mitigate project risks while recognizing opportunities
Track record of delivering technical projects on time and within budget constraints
Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related discipline preferred. Equivalent combinations of technical education, certifications, and directly related experience may be considered.
Typically 5+ years of relevant experience, with dedicated project management experience in the electrical, rotating equipment, energy, manufacturing, or capital projects industries
Prior experience managing customer-facing technical projects preferred
PMP certification preferred
Project management training or equivalent experience preferred
Approximately 20% travel, including customer sites, manufacturing locations, and vendor locations as required.
Ability to work in office, manufacturing, and customer site environments.
Occasional lifting, climbing, walking, and use of required personal protective equipment may be necessary depending on project requirements.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Microsoft Office skills and SAP/ERP experience
PMP certification
Project management training or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Serve as primary customer liaison throughout the full order and project lifecycle for multiple concurrent projects
Lead handover with the sales team, conduct kickoff meetings, and establish clear project objectives, responsibilities, and communication plans
Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and execution plans aligned with contractual requirements
Manage project scope, process change orders, ensure proper approvals, and monitor customer requests
Apply established project management methodologies to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery
Escalate issues appropriately and support resolution activities with cross-functional teams
Conduct customer meetings, site visits, and project reviews as required
Coordinate activities across manufacturing, engineering, procurement, logistics, field service, vendors, and customers to support project execution
Manage third-party vendors, consultants, and contractors as required
Provide regular project status updates to leadership, including schedule performance, risks, financial status, and corrective actions
Ensure projects comply with internal procedures, customer requirements, and applicable quality standards including NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and UL
Perform regular progress and financial reviews, monitoring project performance against approved budgets and forecasts
Ensure timely revenue recognition, milestone billing, and payment tracking
Safeguard the company's commercial and contractual interests and ensure adherence to approved project scope
Manage logistics coordination and shipping requirements
Maintain accurate project documentation, records, and communication logs in accordance with company procedures
Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, lessons learned activities, and continuous improvement initiatives
Identify opportunities to improve project execution processes, communication methods, and operational efficiency
Participate in audits, process reviews, and quality initiatives as required
Other duties may be assigned by management to meet business needs