New Product Development Project Manager

Emerson

Marshalltown, IA

Full Time

Senior

about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

The New Product Development Project Manager at Emerson will lead all aspects of Valve Business Unit New Product Development projects, communicating with collaborators and developing innovative technology to help customers improve operations and increase safety. The role involves managing project plans, mitigating risks, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to deliver key business results.

Key Responsibilities

Own and lead end-to-end project lifecycle, identify and work with the team to mitigate schedule, technical, market, and resource risks
Work with the project team to develop project plans combining structured stage-gate practice and Agile methodologies using processes, procedures, and tools
Report critical metrics like project velocity, budget alignment, and time-to-market
Advise collaborators about project milestone status and plans for risk management
Lead daily stand-ups, design reviews, and milestone meetings
Communicate and coordinate with centralized resources such as marketing, sales, test and evaluation, global supply chain, materials, research and development, and simulation
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration
Support short- and long-term capacity planning
Travel percentage is less than 10%

Requirements

Engineering Degree plus 2 years of project management experience or 5+ years of technical project management experience
Solid track record in project management or technical leadership role
Ability to work with different technical and functional fields and handle shifting priorities
Ability to resolve issues, make decisions, and provide advice and mentorship to project team members and managerial staff
Strong technical understanding of product development and the ability to grasp complex concepts

Nice to Have

10 years of project management experience, ideally in industrial equipment or controls
CAPM, PMP, or Agile/Scrum certification
Experience with Lean principles or continuous improvement methodologies
New Product Development or similar technical experience

Qualifications

Engineering Degree
2 years of project management experience or 5+ years of technical project management experience

Benefits & Perks

Flexible, competitive benefits plans including medical insurance, dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource groups
Recognition programs
Flexible time off including paid parental leave, vacation, and holidays

Working at Emerson

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures employees have the support to thrive. We invest in mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities to support your success. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and offer flexible, competitive benefits to meet physical, mental, financial, and social needs. Our culture emphasizes flexible time off, parental leave, and a focus on diversity and growth.

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