Senior Program / Change Management Engineer

Illuminate USA•Pataskala, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Illuminate USA is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Program / Change Management Engineer for its new facility in Columbus, Ohio. The role leads and manages the organization's change management process, supporting the effective implementation of change initiatives. This includes overseeing change requests, facilitating cross-functional meetings, assessing risks, and supporting communication and training to promote alignment and adoption across teams. Illuminate USA is a standalone joint venture established by two global renewable energy leaders. Its Pataskala facility is a 1.1 million-square-foot solar panel factory, and the company has grown to more than 1,600 associates. The company describes its workplace as collaborative, people-focused, and forward-thinking, and offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field in the Semiconductor, Electronics, Solar, or Automotive industry.
At least 8 years of working experience.
At least 4 years of experience in change management- or program management-related roles.
Familiarity with Change Management and Phased Gate Programs, such as Stage Gate, New Product Intro, or Advanced Product Quality Planning.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize requests to meet deadlines.
Ability to collaborate effectively with global teams, including occasional meetings with Asian partners outside regular working hours.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in English and Chinese; excellent written and verbal communication skills are preferred.
Basic project management knowledge or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and update the Change Management system, ensuring change requests are logged, tracked, and managed accurately.
Schedule and facilitate Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings, document decisions, and follow up on action items.
Assist in developing and executing communication plans related to changes so stakeholders are informed and aligned.
Conduct risk assessments on proposed changes and ensure alignment with organizational goals and strategies.
Collaborate with cross-functional departments to implement changes effectively and on time.
Assist with post-change analysis to evaluate change outcomes against intended objectives.
Maintain comprehensive documentation for changes, including change logs, approval records, and post-change reviews.
Provide reports and metrics tracking the status and outcomes of change requests.
Assess and optimize change management processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
Support the creation of training materials and conduct change management training sessions for associates.