Project Manager, Regulatory & Strategic Initiatives

Emerson • Shakopee, MN

5d • $100,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Emerson is seeking a Project Manager to lead enterprise-wide initiatives that
span regulatory compliance, cybersecurity, product development, and operational
efficiency. This role will manage a portfolio of cross-functional projects
involving engineering, quality, legal, compliance, and product management teams.

The Project Manager will be responsible for building and executing project
plans, establishing governance frameworks, and driving stakeholder alignment. A
current focus includes supporting compliance with the EU Cyber Resilience Act
(CRA), but the role is designed to flex across evolving business priorities and
regulatory landscapes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• Five (5) or more years of experience in project management, preferably in manufacturing, engineering, or regulatory environments
• Strong working knowledge of project management principles, tools, and practices
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage initiatives
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
• Strong communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Must be willing to travel as needed (estimated 10%)
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification
• Experience with EU regulatory frameworks (e.g., CE Marking, IEC 62443, NIS2, CRA)
• Familiarity with industrial automation or process instrumentation
• Proficiency in project planning tools a plus

Responsibilities

• Project Execution: Develop and execute project plans, align stakeholders, define requirements, and maintain schedules.
• Governance & Change Management: Establish governance standards, manage scope and schedule changes, and ensure project documentation is up to date.
• Performance & Risk Management: Assess project performance, manage risks with mitigation strategies, and document high-level risks.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Build team cohesion, foster relationships, and resolve conflicts to achieve consensus.
• Strategic Alignment & Global Perspective: Translate regulatory requirements into actionable plans, monitor developments, and apply global awareness.
• Training & Standards Development: Provide training, promote best practices, and contribute to global project management refinement.

Benefits

• We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, profit sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
• Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level