This Program Manager position is responsible for leading and facilitating the execution of New Product Introduction (NPI) engineering development programs through all phases of the life cycle.
As a key leadership position within the organization, it is essential for effective operation through active management of project execution, risks, and mitigations to meet our commitments to the business, while managing metrics and dashboards to ensure quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the team.
Essential Functions
Provide program management execution for assigned projects in accordance with GE Gas Power Program Managers Standard Work Procedure:
Create and maintain internal and external project schedules
Validate proper resource assignment and manage spending per the plan
Guide the execution team through the NPI Development Process, assuring the proper adherence to engineering policies and procedures
Coordinate activities between engineering sub-functions to ensure all project deliverables are delivered on time, complete, properly tested, and documented
Actively manage program risks and mitigations to avoid execution misses
Communicate program status and issues to the engineering and commercial stakeholders
Provide regular spending status and projections to the Business Operations and Quality team
Basic Qualifications
Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering or program/project management of engineered systems.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to interface with leadership with confidence and clarity
Desired Characteristics
Knowledge of GE Power project tracking tools, processes, and practices
Engineering Program graduate or advanced engineering degree
Prior experience in electronic hardware or software development, preferably embedded control systems or the configuration thereof
Knowledgeable of engineering, manufacturing and customer service processes
Strong organizational/ project execution skills and prior success in working with or leading cross-functional teams
Customer satisfaction mind set
Demonstrated leadership, team building, and communication skills
Understanding of the NERC and IEC-62443 standards
Leadership:
Highly motivated, energetic, confident, self-starting personal characteristics
Influences through others; builds direct and "behind the scenes" support for ideas
Identifies opportunities and actively pursues appropriate changes with the input & support of the team
Able to work well with global teams, including time-zone flexibility when necessary
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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