Electrical Power Distribution Program Lead (Travel)

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Program Manager focused on electrical power distribution. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and drive margin improvements from order entry through shipment.

Responsibilities include coordinating design reviews, supplier management, site installations, and ensuring quality with rigorous testing and documentation. Occasional travel to customer sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Project Management, or related technical field
• Knowledge of electrical power distribution equipment
• Experience using ERP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to pass background and drug screening
• Strong teamwork, problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills
• We are unable to support H1-B, TN or STEM OPT candidates at this time

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Program Leadership: Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive project plans and schedules, proactively identifying bottlenecks, accelerating timelines, and streamlining workflows through product start up and turn over.
• Cross-Functional & Team Leadership: Champion, direct, and lead multidisciplinary project teams; lead high-impact design reviews and status meetings to drive alignment across Sales, Engineering, Production, and Quality, ensuring clear ownership of technical details and seamless project execution
• Third-Party & Vendor Management: Oversee third-party subcontractors as required; define component requirements, manage lead times, mitigate supply chain delays, and ensure external deliverables meet strict quality and schedule standards.
• Customer Relationship & Technical Management: Serve as the primary, Program liaison for customer interactions—from defining specifications and clarifying sales orders to delivering regular updates, implementing feedback, and resolving critical issues.
• Financial & Margin Optimization: Own and report on project budgets, identify and executing strategic initiatives to improve project margins and profitability over time.
• Testing, Inspection, & Quality Assurance: Drive and support factory inspections, quality checks, and both internal and customer-witnessed testing to guarantee compliance with project specifications.
• Document Control & Delivery Coordination: Manage all critical project documentation—including schedules, submittals, manuals, and technical data packages—while coordinating final logistics and site-delivery requirements.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Technical Aptitude

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Program Manager focused on electrical power distribution. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and drive margin improvements from order entry through shipment.

Responsibilities include coordinating design reviews, supplier management, site installations, and ensuring quality with rigorous testing and documentation. Occasional travel to customer sites is expected.