Job Opportunity : Project Manager
A Manufacturing Process Engineering team at SEL is seeking a passionate, experienced project manager to lead factory-focused engineering projects to invent the future of SEL manufacturing. Our team of engineers, project managers, and technicians supports circuit board production in two factory facilities in Pullman, WA and Lewiston, ID. As a member of our growing team, you will develop and maintain schedules and resource plans, influence capital planning, oversee technical teams, and regularly communicate with senior leaders to drive successful execution of tactical and strategic projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Coordinate the activities of multiple divisions / departments as necessary to meet project objectives. Drive consensus among project stakeholders and team members.
- Work under minimal supervision to establish project plans, and execute and coordinate multiple projects, some crossing different functions / disciplines.
- Create, maintain, and monitor accurate metrics, project files, and project tracking reports such as time reporting, financial records, schedules, budgets, and summary spreadsheets. Own accurate assessment and analysis of project deliverables to assist the team with meeting project objectives such as cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
- Readily and promptly identify project performance related issues. Identify, track and help mitigate project related risks.
- May create and deliver presentations on project status to management.
- Identify opportunities for improvement to project processes make a significant contribution in making those improvements.
- Mentors others. May lead or supervise interns.
- Follow SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World-Class Manufacturing principles.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration4+ years of direct experience managing projectsExcellent coordination, organization, and prioritizing skillsStrong communication and customer focusDemonstrated competent level knowledge of project management skills, techniques, and terminologyBasic level of business acumen related to budgets, expense planning, resource allocation, and forecastingSelf-motivated and able to work independentlyKnowledge of Microsoft Project or other project management tracking softwareStrong writing, documentation, and speaking skillsAbility to learn new skills and assume new responsibilitiesAbility to work cooperatively in a team environmentBackground check results satisfactory to SELNegative drug test result(s)Preferred Qualifications :
Project Management Professional (PMP) certificationExperience in both agile and waterfall developmentProficiency in MS Project and familiarity with Confluence and JiraExperience managing process improvements in a Manufacturing environmentBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalentKnowledge of electric power system protection, integration, and automation practicesKnowledge of SEL productsPhysical Requirements : NoneLocation Information :
Pullman, WA : The SEL corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life : country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.
Lewiston, ID : This position is located at an SEL state of the art manufacturing facility in Lewiston, ID where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life : country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities.