Project Manager Manufacturing

Job Family: Electrification & Automation

Req ID: 527508

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

About Smart Infrastructure – Electrification and Automation:

The Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing into our Future Grids portfolio and applications to create the power distribution grid of the future. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of today’s and tomorrow’s power grid!

We are looking for a Project Manager. This position will be based in Kenosha, WI.

You will be responsible for the successful execution of projects, from project initiation through final closeout. You will work in a matrix style organization requiring excellent coordination skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. The PM role comes with ample opportunities for growth, reflective of Siemens’ mission to empower people with a growth mindset. This position will be initially based near a Siemens Partner facility in Kenosha. Upon completion of this project (approximately 3-4 years) this position may transition into a remote role.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead internal contract manufacturing projects from inception through completion, managing scope, cost, schedule, quality, technical performance, milestones, and overall execution.

• Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, operations, procurement, supply chain, logistics, services, and the Contract Manufacturer to ensure successful project delivery.

• Oversee order management, procurement, forecasting, and material readiness, ensuring parts and components are available to support production schedules and customer demand.

• Proactively identify and resolve project, supply, material, schedule, and operational risks, including root-cause analysis, corrective actions, resource allocation, and mitigation planning.

• Serve as a key interface between Siemens teams and the Contract Manufacturer, providing clear communication on project status, priorities, demand, material availability, design changes, and emerging constraints.

• Coordinate engineering change management, documentation, process training, and continuous improvement, ensuring changes are effectively implemented and processes are consistently followed.

• Support overall site operations, including Siemens personnel and guest visits, employee onboarding and moves, IT/network access, engineering requirements, and on-site asset and maintenance planning.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college

• 6+ years of experience in the power distribution industry managing medium voltage portfolios.

• 4+ years of experience utilizing Microsoft Office and specifically Microsoft Project

• 1+ year of working with multi-disciplinary teams, including program management, services, engineering, operations, and logistics

• Ability to travel up to 20% (domestic and international)

• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

• PMP certification is required within 1 year of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Factory /Order management experience is a plus for initial phase of this role.

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial, mechanical or electrical engineering

• Project management or related work experience in Power distribution industry.

• Project management or related work experience in manufacturing and /or production environment.

• Basic knowledge and understanding of power distribution; ability to read and understand basic electrical drawings and customer specifications.

• Experience working with contract manufacturing

• Experience in identifying and implementing cost savings measures within project

• Experience with technology knowledge transfer process

• Commitment to develop, drive, and manage projects in a highly competitive market

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, to present complex issues to multi-level audiences and effectively communicate progress, status and issues to internal and external Customers

• Ability to interpret and report results to senior management as well as customer

• Demonstrated ability in contract and change management across multiple departments and teams.

• Experience and certification with Lean manufacturing processes

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here (https://www.siemens.com/global/en/company.html) .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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$112,961 $193,647 15%

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Project Management