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About the Role: Deliver Impactful Solutions as our Project Manager II

Join our team to lead transformative projects and complex custom orders that are shaping the future of energy, while implementing cutting-edge technology in medium and high-voltage motors, generators, drive systems, and related Energy business solutions.

As our Project Manager II, you'll independently manage multiple customer orders and projects from inception through final closeout, applying established project management expertise while continuing to develop advanced skills. In this role, you'll serve as the primary point of contact for clients on your assigned projects, building and maintaining strategic relationships while ensuring exceptional project outcomes that advance both customer satisfaction and our company's market position.

Your leadership will directly influence critical infrastructure development — providing you with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the energy landscape. This mid-level position offers the perfect balance of autonomy and support, ideal for experienced project managers looking to expand their capabilities while working on significant projects that matter.

Primary Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Serve as primary customer liaison throughout the full order and project lifecycle for multiple concurrent projects
• Lead handover with the sales team, conduct kickoff meetings, and establish clear project objectives, responsibilities, and communication plans
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and execution plans aligned with contractual requirements
• Manage project scope, process change orders, ensure proper approvals, and monitor customer requests
• Apply established project management methodologies to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery
• Escalate issues appropriately and support resolution activities with cross-functional teams
• Conduct customer meetings, site visits, and project reviews as required
• Resource & Stakeholder Management
• Coordinate activities across manufacturing, engineering, procurement, logistics, field service, vendors, and customers to support project execution
• Manage third-party vendors, consultants, and contractors as required
• Provide regular project status updates to leadership, including schedule performance, risks, financial status, and corrective actions
• Ensure projects comply with internal procedures, customer requirements, and applicable quality standards including NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and UL

Financial Oversight

• Perform regular progress and financial reviews, monitoring project performance against approved budgets and forecasts
• Ensure timely revenue recognition, milestone billing, and payment tracking
• Safeguard the company's commercial and contractual interests and ensure adherence to approved project scope
• Manage logistics coordination and shipping requirements

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain accurate project documentation, records, and communication logs in accordance with company procedures
• Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, lessons learned activities, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve project execution processes, communication methods, and operational efficiency
• Participate in audits, process reviews, and quality initiatives as required
• Other duties may be assigned by management to meet business needs

Knowledge & Skills

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of electrical industrial systems, power electronics, rotating machines, motors, generators, and related applications
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards including NEMA, IEC, IEEE, and UL certifications
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and SAP/ERP experience preferred
• Understanding of project management methodologies and project lifecycle management principles

Leadership & Communication

• Strong stakeholder management capabilities across customers, partners, and internal teams
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to create professional documentation independently
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and negotiation skills in technical project environments
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple concurrent projects

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 constraints

Experience & Education

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related discipline preferred. Equivalent combinations of technical education, certifications, and directly related experience may be considered.

Experience:

• Typically 5+ years of relevant experience, with dedicated project management experience in the electrical, rotating equipment, energy, manufacturing, or capital projects industries
• Prior experience managing customer-facing technical projects preferred

Certifications:

• PMP certification preferred
• Project management training or equivalent experience preferred

Working Conditions

Travel

• Approximately 20% travel, including customer sites, manufacturing locations, and vendor locations as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in office, manufacturing, and customer site environments. Occasional lifting, climbing, walking, and use of required personal protective equipment may be necessary depending on project requirements.

About WEG Electric Corp.

WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world, producing more than 21 million units annually. Founded in 1961, WEG operates mainly in the sector of capital goods, having five main businesses: Motors, Energy, Automation, Coatings, and Transmission & Distribution — providing global solutions for electric motors, variable frequency drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, and generators. The US corporate office is located in Duluth, GA, with manufacturing units in Minnesota, Indiana, and Missouri, and over 30,000 employees worldwide. Visit our website to learn more: [www.weg.net](http://www.weg.net)

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package. All candidates must submit an updated resume and complete our application in order to be considered for this position. Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

*We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.*