R&D Principal Project Manager
Emerson
If you are a Project Management professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson Test & Measurement Unit has an immediate opening for a Principal Project Manager with strong project management and communication skills. Based in Austin, TX, you will be part of team that delivers products to customers in the Test & Measurement space. You have a track record of leading large-investment/high-impact projects/programs at the division level, with strong risk management skills, and decision-making competencies. You drive project strategy to meet scope, cost, and timeline goals and often lead projects with high-risk exposure, unknowns, and time-to-market constraints. Additionally, you will be helping drive improvements in our process and how we deliver our business objectives to meet our customer needs. We have an outstanding team that favors innovation. Emerson offers generous benefits, flexible work schedules, and we are committed to a diverse workforce!
**In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:**
+ Accountable for project definition, planning and execution to meet scope, cost, and timeline goals while maintaining long-term quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.
+ Responsible for managing project timelines to meet customer commit dates, measure gaps, develop countermeasures to close gaps and produce/improve output and results.
+ Proactively drive risks from projects by proposing, evaluating, and leading risk mitigation alternatives that seek balance of schedule/features/cost/quality.
+ Develop and be responsible for the Project Plan that includes schedules, achievements, procurement strategy, execution strategy, financial targets, resources, communications, and considerations of risks by coordinating and managing activities from cross-functional teams required to meet project requirements.
+ Ensure efficient and timely collaboration with global R&D teams, and other supporting teams to accomplish the release of the product/system.
+ Facilitate technical and key project-related decisions with team and collaborators to effectively resolve issues and raise when appropriate
+ Effectively communicate project progress updates, trade-offs, and risks to collaborators, including partners
+ Facilitate initiatives to advance the maturity of the organization.
+ Propose and implement innovative new processes for effective and efficient communication, operations, & execution alignment on large projects/program.
+ Share project management standard methodologies, and coach the team and junior project managers to embrace the standard methodologies.
+ Partner with business leaders to recommend an effective approach to solving business challenges using project management and change management capabilities.
**Who You Are:**
You quickly and decisively act in fact-changing, unpredictable situations. You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse team members. You create and implement plans that allocate resources precisely. You understand that different situations may call for different approaches. You find common ground and acceptable alternatives that satisfy the needs of multiple customers. You serve as a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts.
**For This Role, You Will Need:**
+ BA or BS Degree or equivalent experience
+ 7-10 years of experience in technical project and or program management
+ Legal authorization to work in the United States
**Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:**
+ Project management experience in the Electronics industry
+ Experience working with Hardware and Software Engineering teams
+ Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics knowledge
**Our Offer to You:**
We recognize for our organization to support a diverse workforce; we must focus on employee wellbeing. We know that to do your best work, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a market leading 401(k) and profit-sharing plan, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, family formation benefits in addition to paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, inclusive of vacation, holiday and sick leave. Our goal is to offer a strong benefits foundation while allowing employees the flexibility to choose options that best suit their needs.
At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/perspectives/culture-and-values) and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/careers/diversity-and-inclusion) .
Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.
**WHY EMERSON**
**Our Commitment to Our People**
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
**Work Authorization**
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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**ABOUT EMERSON**
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
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**Requisition ID** : 24013009
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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