Current jobs related to Director, Global NPD Project Management - Aurora, Illinois - G & W Electric Company

  • NPD Project Engineer II

    4 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States G&W Electric Full time

    Company Overview:G&W Electric has been a pioneer in the field of engineered electrical power grid solutions since 1905. We pride ourselves on being a global leader, committed to innovation and excellence in manufacturing. Joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of professionals who are passionate about enhancing the technologies that ensure...

  • Senior Project Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Sterling Engineering Full time

    About Sterling Engineering:We are a global leader in the design and manufacture of industrial equipment and systems serving the foundry, chemical, and process industries. With a history of innovation and excellence, we are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency for our clients worldwide.Position Overview:We...

  • Project Manager

    1 week ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Sterling Engineering Full time

    About Sterling Engineering:We are a global leader in the design and manufacture of industrial equipment and systems serving the foundry, chemical, and process industries. With a history of innovation and excellence, we are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency for our clients worldwide.Position Overview:We...

  • Project Architect

    2 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Actalent Full time

    About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Project Architect to join our team. As a Project...

  • Operations Director

    2 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Simon Property Group Full time

    Job SummaryThe Operations Director at Simon Property Group is responsible for ensuring a seamless customer experience and maximizing tenant sales by maintaining a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment. This role oversees all operational functions, projects, construction, and contracted services at the center.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute a...

  • Director of Fiscal Management

    3 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy Full time

    Director of Fiscal OperationsThe Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to serve as the Director of Fiscal Operations. This key leadership position plays a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of the Academy's business and financial operations.Job SummaryThe Director of...

  • Global Food Processing Specialist

    6 days ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States OSI Group Full time

    Job OverviewOSI Group is a leading food processing partner to top brands worldwide, with over 40 operations in 17 countries. Our global presence enables us to create and manufacture custom products for our customers, who trust us to deliver results.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the development and implementation of operational strategies to drive business...

  • Architectural Professional

    3 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Jobot Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Architect to join our team as a Project Architect - Lead Designer. As a key member of our design team, you will be responsible for leading complex projects from concept to completion.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage project teams to deliver high-quality architectural designsDevelop and implement project plans,...

  • Marketing Director

    2 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Simon Property Group Full time

    Job SummarySimon Property Group is seeking a highly skilled Marketing Director to join our team. As a key member of our marketing department, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth through strategic marketing initiatives and developing effective marketing plans to achieve business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute annual...

  • Sales Director

    1 week ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States OSI Group Full time

    Job Title: Sales Director - Convenience StoresAt OSI Group, we are seeking a highly skilled Sales Director to lead our Convenience Stores sales team. As a key member of our sales leadership team, you will be responsible for driving business growth through strategic planning, account management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.Key...

  • Project Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Sapphire Technologies Full time

    About Sapphire TechnologiesSapphire Technologies is a leading company in project management, with a strong presence in the Construction and Real Estate sectors. Our team of experts manages complex projects, providing innovative solutions to national and international clients.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Project Assistant to join our team. As a...

  • Project Coordinator

    3 days ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Sapphire Technologies Full time

    About UsSapphire Technologies is a leading company in project management, with a strong presence in Germany and abroad. We specialize in managing complex projects in various fields, including real estate, mobility, IT, plant construction, infrastructure, and energy.Our expertise in project management enables us to serve national and international industrial...

  • Procurement Director

    1 week ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States OSI Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Procurement Director to lead our strategic sourcing efforts and drive supply chain optimization for OSI Group.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to achieve cost savings and improve supply chain efficiency.Lead a team of procurement professionals to manage...

  • Process Team Director

    1 week ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States OSI Group Full time

    Job Description**Job Summary:**We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Process Team Director to lead our North America Operations Process Team. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and direction to drive product commercialization, champion process improvement, and deliver operational excellence across our manufacturing...

  • Project Controls Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States HR Green Full time

    About HR GreenAt HR Green, our mission is centered around BUILDING COMMUNITIES and IMPROVING LIVES. With over a century of experience, we have established ourselves as a reliable partner for our clients and communities.Our commitment to finding innovative solutions is reflected in our efforts to inspire our employees and meet our clients' needs, fostering...

  • Director of Operations Excellence

    2 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Glanbia Performance Nutrition Full time

    Senior Operations Director Job DescriptionWe are seeking a seasoned leader to drive operational excellence and foster a culture of continuous improvement at our Glanbia Performance Nutrition Aurora manufacturing plant.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Excellence: Lead cross-functional site departments to achieve operational goals, including throughput, yield,...

  • Process Team Director

    7 days ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States OSI Group Full time

    Job SummaryThis role is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for OSI North America Operations Process Team. The Process Team Director will lead the team in delivering product commercialization while championing process improvement across the manufacturing network.Key ResponsibilitiesChampion efficient and timely new product...

  • MIG Welding Technician

    1 week ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States PSG Global Solutions Careers Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled MIG Welder to join our team at PSG Global Solutions Careers. As a key member of our manufacturing team, you will be responsible for welding components and machinery to high standards of quality and safety.Key ResponsibilitiesRead and interpret technical drawings and blueprints to plan and execute welding tasks.Determine...

  • Operations Director

    3 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Michael Page Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Operations DirectorJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced Operations Director to oversee the daily operations of our manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of driving continuous improvement, reducing costs, and enhancing efficiency.Key Responsibilities:Oversee the daily operations of the...

  • Clinical Director

    2 weeks ago

    Aurora, Illinois, United States Team Rehabilitation Full time

    About Team RehabilitationTeam Rehabilitation is a network of therapist-owned outpatient physical therapy clinics in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Georgia.We are committed to providing the best outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to our patients. Our mission is to deliver exceptional patient care and achieve...

Director, Global NPD Project Management

3 months ago

Aurora, Illinois, United States G & W Electric Company Full time

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Director of Global Project Management - New Product Development

Position Summary : The Director of Project Management is responsible for ensuring that New Product Development projects are executed effectively and efficiently and meet organizational goals and requirements. The Director oversees the Project Managers, develops, and maintains PM methodologies, policies, standards, and tools, and works with other department leaders to define, prioritize, and develop projects and programs. The Director is responsible for the development of the departmental budget and ensuring projects remain on track regarding quality, cost, and delivery.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities:

Defines the Project Management approach and leads the implementation of a common project management methodologies, standards, and tools to drive and facilitate the successful delivery of projects/programs: Drive Manage interdependencies and coordination across projects to ensure that information relating to project deliverables, risks and issues are effectively communicated between stakeholders and that key performance indicators are monitored and evaluated.

Help to define business strategies and organizational policies to enable the strategic coordination of multiple major projects and initiatives to improve efficiency and effectiveness of projects

Prepare written documentation of processes, material requirements, test results and project activity as required. Create / revise G&W standards as needed.

Work with project management team and other stakeholders in the development of G&W processes, Lessons learned activities, and continuous improvement.

Responsible for overseeing day-to-day Project Management Activities including: Establish and lead multidisciplinary global teams in the development of new and innovative products. Work collaboratively with all stakeholders (including Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Aftermarket Service, Quality, Finance, Product Management, Sales and Marketing) to ensure the successful delivery of the project.

Challenge the team to meet organization goals and timing. Drive the schedule, scope, budget, staffing and quality objectives to ensure the projects stay on track and within commitments and provide the ROI to the organization.

Manage project risks through identification, prioritization, and mitigation events. Develop critical path analyses to manage the project critical path items, accelerate timelines, reduce costs, improve ROI, and/or mitigate risks.

Measure project performance using various tools and techniques to identify any variances to plan, perform required corrective actions, and communicate to all stakeholders and resolve any conflicts as the arise.

Lead the coordination and assessment of resources. Work with management to obtain and manage appropriate staffing levels for the projects.

Responsible for completion of Product Development Stage Gate and/or other company process requirements. Responsible for validating project activities and results.

Foster collaborative and mutually supportive relationships with project leaders, team members, and senior stakeholders

Responsible for coordination of resources, completion, and review of Stage Gate requirements.

Work with stakeholders to document and report on Monitoring Phase activities and status.

Responsible for development of staff to support project work and to continue to improve in design methods and quality of designs. Develop appropriate performance review objectives; provide day-to-day coaching with the teams; and conduct annual performance reviews.

Communicate and report project information within the team, to management, to stakeholders, and executive team through formal and informal presentations and correspondence.

Collect information for on-going data mining and analysis to ensure effective problem solving, solution design, and improved business results.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Leadership:

Manager : Responsible for hire/fire decisions; performance appraisals; employee training and development; handles disciplinary problems. This job will be evaluated on these decisions.

Required Qualifications : Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field required. Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification required.

At least 8 years of management experience including: At least 8 years of project management experience in a highly technical product development role.

At least 3 years of management experience

Preferred experience in development of at least one of the following: Distribution or Transmission power equipment, Protective relays, or Custom engineered industrial products.

Strong understanding of good development engineering processes such as lean product development, APQP, Design for Manufacturing DFM)/ Assembly (DFA)/ Excellence (DFX), Six Sigma, Lean concepts, and stage gate.

Experience with industry quality actions such as PPAP and SPC.

Demonstrated ability to successfully lead complex and highly technical product development projects and teams.

Demonstrated ability to successfully complete projects with sound planning and persistent execution; will understand how to align resources, seek the input of key constituents, and manage others to achieve desired results.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organization, facilitation, and negotiation skills.

Demonstrated ownership of tasks from cradle to grave, a "driver" mentality, and effective time management skills.

Ability to understand technical issues and understand impact on projects, and effectively communicate these issues and impact to direct reports as well as other project stakeholders.

Flexibility in terms of dealing with changing priorities and dealing with multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong interpersonal, teamwork and problem-solving skills

Ability to travel within and outside USA.

Excellent communication and mentoring skills.

Proven experience with computers; Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project or equivalents.

Preferred Qualifications : Proficiency in DFSS and Lean including: DOE, Capability & Control, FMEA, MSE, DFM, etc.

Well-developed analytical, design, troubleshooting and problem solving skills

Proven success with multi-disciplined systems' engineering projects

Working knowledge of manufacturing and production processes, materials and material mechanics

Knowledge of power systems and medium/high voltage circuit breakers

Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Demonstrable ability to interpret technology / market trends as a foundation for technology and product roadmaps

Physical Demands / Working Conditions: General Office Environment, PC use

Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less)

Stooping

Standing

Why join us? G&W enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor