WEG Electric Corp. (USA)
Overview
Join our team to lead transformative projects and complex custom orders in energy infrastructure. As our Project Manager 2, you will independently manage multiple orders and projects from inception to delivery, applying established project management expertise while continuing to develop advanced skills. You will be the primary point of contact for clients on assigned projects, building and maintaining strategic relationships and ensuring exceptional outcomes that advance customer satisfaction and our market position. This mid-level role offers autonomy and support, ideal for experienced project managers looking to expand capabilities on significant projects. Primary Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Execution: Serve as primary customer liaison for multiple concurrent projects; lead handover with sales, conduct kickoff meetings, and maintain comprehensive project plans; establish milestones, deliverables, and acceptance criteria aligned with contractual requirements; manage project scope and change orders with proper approvals; apply established project management methodologies to ensure consistent quality delivery. Resource & Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with in-house manufacturing sites and cross-functional teams to meet delivery commitments; manage third-party vendors, consultants, and contractors (occasionally); provide regular status updates to leadership highlighting key risks and opportunities; conduct site visits with customers and vendors as needed. Financial Oversight: Perform regular progress and financial reviews with increasing autonomy; ensure timely revenue recognition and milestone payment processing; safeguard the company's commercial and contractual interests; manage logistics coordination and shipping requirements; perform other duties as assigned by management to meet business needs. Knowledge & Skills: Technical expertise, leadership & communication, strategic thinking (see sections below). Knowledge & Skills
Technical Expertise: Knowledge of electrical industrial systems, power electronics, and rotating machines; integration; knowledge of industry standards including NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and UL certifications; advanced Microsoft Office skills and SAP experience preferred. Leadership & Communication: Strong stakeholder management across customers, partners, and internal teams; effective verbal, written, and presentation skills with ability to create professional documentation independently; demonstrated conflict resolution and negotiation skills in technical project environments. Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify and mitigate project risks while recognizing opportunities; experience implementing process improvements for project efficiency; track record of delivering technical projects on time and within budget. Experience & Education
3-10 years of total experience, with dedicated project management experience in the electrical or rotating equipment industries or capital projects; Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a relevant discipline preferred; PMP certification preferred. About WEG Electric Corp.
WEG is a leading industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the world’s largest, producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates across Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings, Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is in Duluth, GA, with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana, and Missouri, and over 30,000 employees worldwide. Learn more at www.weg.net. We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation, and full benefits. To apply: submit an updated resume and complete our application. You must be authorized to work in the United States; WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role. Equal Opportunity Employer : We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status. Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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Join our team to lead transformative projects and complex custom orders in energy infrastructure. As our Project Manager 2, you will independently manage multiple orders and projects from inception to delivery, applying established project management expertise while continuing to develop advanced skills. You will be the primary point of contact for clients on assigned projects, building and maintaining strategic relationships and ensuring exceptional outcomes that advance customer satisfaction and our market position. This mid-level role offers autonomy and support, ideal for experienced project managers looking to expand capabilities on significant projects. Primary Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Execution: Serve as primary customer liaison for multiple concurrent projects; lead handover with sales, conduct kickoff meetings, and maintain comprehensive project plans; establish milestones, deliverables, and acceptance criteria aligned with contractual requirements; manage project scope and change orders with proper approvals; apply established project management methodologies to ensure consistent quality delivery. Resource & Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with in-house manufacturing sites and cross-functional teams to meet delivery commitments; manage third-party vendors, consultants, and contractors (occasionally); provide regular status updates to leadership highlighting key risks and opportunities; conduct site visits with customers and vendors as needed. Financial Oversight: Perform regular progress and financial reviews with increasing autonomy; ensure timely revenue recognition and milestone payment processing; safeguard the company's commercial and contractual interests; manage logistics coordination and shipping requirements; perform other duties as assigned by management to meet business needs. Knowledge & Skills: Technical expertise, leadership & communication, strategic thinking (see sections below). Knowledge & Skills
Technical Expertise: Knowledge of electrical industrial systems, power electronics, and rotating machines; integration; knowledge of industry standards including NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and UL certifications; advanced Microsoft Office skills and SAP experience preferred. Leadership & Communication: Strong stakeholder management across customers, partners, and internal teams; effective verbal, written, and presentation skills with ability to create professional documentation independently; demonstrated conflict resolution and negotiation skills in technical project environments. Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify and mitigate project risks while recognizing opportunities; experience implementing process improvements for project efficiency; track record of delivering technical projects on time and within budget. Experience & Education
3-10 years of total experience, with dedicated project management experience in the electrical or rotating equipment industries or capital projects; Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a relevant discipline preferred; PMP certification preferred. About WEG Electric Corp.
WEG is a leading industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the world’s largest, producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates across Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings, Transmission & Distribution, providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is in Duluth, GA, with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana, and Missouri, and over 30,000 employees worldwide. Learn more at www.weg.net. We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation, and full benefits. To apply: submit an updated resume and complete our application. You must be authorized to work in the United States; WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role. Equal Opportunity Employer : We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status. Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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