Senior Project Manager NPD
Job Location:
Sussex, NJ - USA
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Job Summary
For more than 65 years weve turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes strengthen businesses and build a more resilient efficient sustainable energy future.
Ready to Power a Smarter World with us
Overview
The Senior Project Manager - NPD leads the planning and execution of complex global product development initiatives supporting Generacs Industrial Energy portfolio. This role is responsible for delivering high-impact projects tied to industrial power systems and energy solutions including new product introductions technology integration and lifecycle product enhancements.
This position partners closely with engineering product management operations and supply chain teams to ensure successful execution of projects that meet customer expectations cost targets and business objectives within the Industrial Energy segment.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end execution of New Product Development (NPD) projects within Generacs Industrial Energy business including planning scheduling and cross-functional coordination
Translate product strategy technical requirements and business needs into structured project plans and deliverables
Manage multiple large complex global projects ensuring alignment to scope cost quality and timeline commitments
Drive execution of new product introductions cost reduction initiatives and product lifecycle improvements for industrial energy systems
Lead cross-functional collaboration across engineering manufacturing supply chain service and product management teams
Establish and maintain project governance using formal phase-gate processes (e.g. GDP milestones and design reviews)
Identify assess and mitigate project risks; lead contingency planning and issue resolution
Support key business decisions including sourcing strategies make-vs-buy analysis and cost optimisation across the product lifecycle
Drive continuous improvement across project execution development processes and operational efficiency within Industrial Energy programs
Capture and apply lessons learned to improve future project delivery and organisational best practices
Minimum Qualification
Bachelors Degree or equivalent professional experience
10 years of progressive experience in engineering project management or industrial equipment/product environments
7 years of project management experience in New Product Development with global cross functional teams and global product releases throughout the entire product life cycle
Preferred Qualification
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering global product development or product launch initiatives
Strong track record of managing complex projects and meeting cost timeline and quality targets
Experience supporting industrial energy power systems or similar heavy equipment/product environments
Demonstrated experience delivering products across global markets and full product lifecycle stages
Expertise in structured development processes (e.g. phase-gate NPI frameworks)
Strong financial and business acumen including cost management and lifecycle optimisation
Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment in a matrixed cross-functional environment
Experience leading large-scale high-complexity programs within industrial or energy-focused product portfolios
Great Reasons to work for Generac:
Competitive Benefits: Health Dental Vision401kand many more
State-of-the-artfacility with an onsite gym walking trails café freeparkingand manyemployeeactivities
Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees both current and retirees togather togetherand enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
Pride! When a storm strikes Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hitsmany employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production linewhile others go right intostorm-affected areas to repair generators
Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back.The company proudlyoffersa Volunteer Time Off programinvitingteam members toparticipateincharitable volunteer opportunities on company time.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Since 1959, Generac Power Systems has been committed to building the most reliable, durable, efficient, and environmentally-friendly generators and power equipment.
