Electrical Project Manager

Position Purpose:

The primary focus of the Electrical Project Manager is on spearheading switchgear and control panel projects from after-sale to completion. This role serves as a crucial part of our small but dynamic Project Management Engineering team located at our Headquarters in Lafayette, Indiana. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest and/or knowledge in applications of switchgear/switchboards and industrial control panel products and will work closely with our engineers to ensure multiple assigned projects meet our company’s high standards for quality and efficiency from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Coordination: Guide projects through every stage, ensuring smooth interaction of project engineers of various disciplines during various phases such as concept, design, testing, delivery, and upgrades.
• Timeline Management: Collaborate with senior management to establish and adhere to internal project timelines, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with customer expectations.
• Documentation & Communication: Work with project engineers to prepare detailed mechanical and electrical submittal packages for customer endorsement.
• Customer Liaison: Act as the primary customer contact post-sales, addressing questions and concerns, acknowledging orders, managing change orders, and keeping them informed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Engineering Submittals: Oversee the development of equipment layouts, electrical schematics, and Bills of Materials to ensure their alignment with project requirements.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all deliverables, from design to spare parts, meet the highest standards of quality and precision.
• Stakeholder Interaction: Coordinate efforts of purchasing, engineering, and production, ensuring the project requirements are faithfully translated into end products.
• Customer Support: Regularly communicate with clients via various channels, addressing their concerns and ensuring satisfaction.
• Problem Solving: Lead efforts in troubleshooting project issues, ensuring obstacles are swiftly addressed and projects remain on track.
• Sales Coordination: Align with the sales engineer for project initiation and kickoff, ensuring agreed-upon customer requirements are met.
• Technical Assistance: Engage with the design engineering group and production staff to address technical queries and validate milestones.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the existing project team members to facilitate project implementation.
• Administrative Duties: Perform routine administrative tasks pertinent to Project Management and Engineering responsibilities.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in project engineering/management, specifically within the electrical contracting, engineering, or switchgear industry.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2D/3D, Microsoft Excel, Adobe PDF, and other project management tools.
• Strong skills in Windows-based applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Commitment & Drive: A “can-do” attitude with a strong commitment to meeting customer requirements. Proactively tackles challenges and goes above and beyond to meet deadlines.
• An independent worker who excels in both solo and team environments.
• Aptitude for mathematical computations pertinent to project planning and budgeting.
• Stellar interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate across various mediums.
• A forward-thinking individual who proactively addresses challenges.
• Optimizes project management efforts and workflow efficiencies.

Education & Qualifications:

Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering/technology, complemented by a mechanical inclination and field experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering/technology, complemented by an electrical inclination and field experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in construction engineering management/industrial engineering/technology, complemented by mechanical and electrical inclination and field experience.
• Trades training/experience equivalent to the above.

Additional Information:

• Position Type/Work Environment:
  • Full-time; In-office – Lafayette, Indiana
• Job Function:
  • Project Management, Project Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical
• Approximate Time Commitment:
  • 40-50 Hours Per Week
• Travel Percentage:
  • Less than 15% travel
• Compensation:
  • Commensurate with Experience & Skills
  • Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays
  • Performance-based Profit-Sharing Bonus

How to Apply for the Electrical Project Manager Position:

Ready to join our team? Submit your resume and/or a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you’re the perfect fit for this role to employ@apt-power.com. Don’t wait—apply today!

We are excited to add a dedicated Electrical Project Manager to our team and look forward to your application!