Project Manager - Power Systems Engineering

 Job Title: Project Manager - Power Systems Engineering
Job ID: 90316
Location: Highland, Illinois


Overview:
Our client is looking for a Project Manager to lead engineering initiatives within our Power Systems Engineering (PSE) group. In this role, you'll own the full project lifecycle -- from developing quotes in response to internal RFQs, to coordinating cross-functional engineering teams, to tracking metrics that keep projects on schedule and on budget. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical depth and program management.


What you will be doing:

• Quoting & Scoping -- Develop project quotes in response to RFQs from internal customers, balancing technical scope with realistic timelines and cost.

• Project Leadership -- Manage projects end-to-end within our project management system: scheduling, workload direction, and day-to-day administration.

• Technical Oversight -- Direct and oversee the creation, revision, and maintenance of product hardware and manufacturing documentation.

• Schedule Management -- Build and maintain development schedules for hardware and documentation, keeping every stakeholder aligned.

• Performance Reporting -- Deliver weekly project metrics to leadership through tracking spreadsheets and the Project Report Card.

• Mentorship -- Help train and develop other Project Managers across the team.

• Process Improvement -- Contribute to reviewing and refining project management procedures, work instructions, and forms.

• Travel -- Occasional travel to support training, on-site project execution, or product issue resolution.

What you must have:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)

• 4+ years of experience in engineering management, or an equivalent blend of technical and management experience

• 4+ years of experience in Conventional Power industries (Oil & Gas, Coal, LNG, etc.)

• Proven success managing technical projects involving electromechanical systems

• Hands-on experience in product development and advanced R&D of electromechanical systems

• Working knowledge of electronics, packaging, thermal management, and systems design and integration

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Nice to have:

• Experience mentoring or training other project managers or engineers

• Familiarity with formal project management systems or methodologies (PMP a plus, not required)

• Track record of improving team processes or documentation standards

Other Information:
Logistics

• Must be local to Highland, IL or willing to relocate -- relocation assistance provided

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.


For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com