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Advanced Energy Technical Program Manager in Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Technical Program Manager
ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY
Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?
Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Program Manager with power electronics and design engineering experience to lead key strategic medial power product development programs for AE. As cross-functional team leader and member of the PMO staff in a matrixed organization, you will have ownership of assigned Global Hardware Development Programs & Projects taking them from concept to commercialization, in accordance with AE’s Product Development Process (PDP). This includes developing program goals that support the business objectives and developing and executing strategies and plans to meet the goals of the medical business unit.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide strategic and tactical planning, and manage overall execution of the assigned portfolio of programs, requiring cross-functional and often cross-site coordination
Manage all aspects of the NPI and/or sustaining program including defining work scope, schedules, budgets, priorities, and performance milestones; develop cost, scope, and schedule baseline; monitor/control cost and schedule variance; and change control
Manage the creation, prioritization, review, and ongoing updating of product requirements for assigned Programs and Projects
Risk Management - Anticipate potential roadblocks and work with project teams to systematically evaluate, communicate risks and Develop risk mitigation plans
Analyze and report actual performance vs. program goals. Monitor and communicate status, progress to Milestones and KPIs to internal and external stakeholders, and senior management
Schedule and run assigned PDP phase reviews and program reviews.
Improve, recommend, and implement program and project management tools for PMO
Lead or contributor of business process improvement initiatives and governance process development and implementation
Other duties as assigned
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Location: Eden Prairie, MN and surrounding areas
Works in a standard office environment and uses general office equipment (phone, PC, internet, copier, fax machine, etc.). Extended hours will be necessary depending on market conditions. Travel, both domestic and international, up to 10% of work time, is anticipated. This position has a significant number of interdepartmental communications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with hardware development
Good organization, planning and prioritization skills
Experience in program management including planning and senior management interface
Excellent face-to-face communication skills and communication across international locations in a matrix environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks
Willingness to travel in support of company activities
EXPERIENCE:
Essential:
Approximately 5-plus total years relevant work experience required
Relevant work includes product management, project management involving electro-mechanical products
Demonstrated ability to successfully manage a program and provide direction to a cross functional team
Desirable:
Product experience within the medical equipment market
Experience in program management and reporting tools
Familiarity with Agile or Scrum processes - preferred
PMI or PMP - preferred
EDUCATION:
Essential:
- B.S. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Science, or equivalent
Desirable:
- Advanced degree in Engineering or related field desirable
COMPENSATION:
As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $120,000 to $150,000 per year.
BENEFITS:
As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan for eligible positions, and a discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
Short and long-term disability and life insurance
Health savings and flexible spending accounts
Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
8 hours of paid volunteer time off
8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
Company matched 401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance
Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and/or veteran status.
Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com