Functional Project Manager Jobs in Northfield, MN

CORPORATE SUMMARY

The Company

Beacon EmbeddedWorks is a full-service provider of embedded solutions. Its innovative System on Modules (SOMs) are backed by an extensive suite of customization, security, and support services and its dedicated team of experts provide in-house manufacturing and support to accelerate development and reduce risk.

All Beacon EmbeddedWorks SOMs are designed, manufactured, and supported in its US-based facility in Eden Prairie, MN. As dependable, pre-certified, and feature dense solutions, Beacon EmbeddedWorks SOMs serve the most strenuous applications, including medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial markets. Beacon EmbeddedWorks operates mostly in the US but also has a small customer base in continental Europe and the APAC.

Beacon EmbeddedWorks is part of the Design & Manufacturing division of discoverIE Group plc, a British company listed on the main London stock exchange where it is a member of the FTSE 250 index. What does joining Beacon mean for you?

• We are a Top 200 Workplace as voted by our employees
• Multiple options for medical and dental coverages
• Paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401k with match
• 128 hours of time off per year to start
• Paid holidays
• Working for a company that helps save lives with some of our products

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Manager I coordinates internal Beacon execution projects between Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations. This role keeps internal initiatives organized, on schedule, and moving forward by facilitating communication and tracking progress across cross-functional teams. This is an entry-level position: candidates fresh out of school are welcome to apply, and candidates with up to two (2) years of relevant experience are ideal. The Project Manager I reports to the VP of Operations and offers a strong foundation for growth into larger-scope program management roles over time.

Location: Eden Prairie, MN in person position in our Office

Key Responsibilities:

Project Coordination & Execution

· Coordinate internal Beacon execution projects between Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations

· Support the development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and milestones for assigned internal initiatives

· Track project tasks, deliverables, and deadlines, flagging risks and delays to appropriate stakeholders

· Schedule and facilitate cross-functional project meetings; prepare agendas and publish meeting notes and action items

· Monitor task completion status and follow up with team members to keep projects on track

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation according to established requirements

· Assist in identifying resource needs and constraints across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions

Communication & Reporting

· Serve as a point of contact between Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations for assigned projects

· Prepare and distribute regular project status updates, including progress, risks, and action items

· Effectively escalate issues in a timely manner to the VP of Operations or relevant stakeholders

· Support the development of return-to-green plans when projects fall behind commitments

Process Improvement

· Identify opportunities to improve internal project coordination processes and workflows

· Support the implementation of process improvements identified by senior team members

· Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to project execution

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Entry-level candidates are welcome to apply; up to two (2) years of project coordination or project management experience is ideal, preferably in a manufacturing or engineering environment

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

· Clear written and verbal communication skills, with comfort presenting status updates to cross-functional teams

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar)

· Ability to work collaboratively across Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations

Preferred Qualifications

· Coursework, internship, or co-op experience in project management, engineering, or manufacturing

· Interest in pursuing a project management certification (CAPM, PMP, Six Sigma, etc.)

· Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles such as 5S and Kaizen

· Exposure to an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as Intuitive, Empower, OpenAir, or similar

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to ten pounds

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position will be on site at our Eden Prairie, MN location
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, that of an office environment. However, on some instances this job may require work in areas where eye protection is necessary
• Travel may be required, infrequently

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position
• Typical day and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, but does allow for some flexibility
• It may be necessary to work more than 40 hours per week at times to produce the required results

Work Authorization

• The incumbent must meet the definition of “US Person” under ITAR/EAR regulations

Beacon EmbeddedWorks is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Please note: This position is not eligible for external recruiter or agency placement and is not open to placement remuneration of any kind. All applications must be submitted directly by the candidate, free from external representation, to be considered for the position.