Hybrid Standards Programs Lead – Technical Committees

National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA); Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental insurance

Commuter subsidies

Flexible hours

Paid holidays

Personal time

401(k) plan

Job summary

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) in Arlington, VA, is seeking a Program Manager, Standards for a hybrid work schedule. You will serve as the primary staff liaison for assigned committees, helping members advance standards and industry initiatives across sectors.

Responsibilities include leading committee operations, managing standards development, and coordinating with external stakeholders to advance industry priorities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years experience including program management or engineering leadership.
• Undergraduate degree required; engineering degree a plus.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Experience facilitating committees or similar groups.
• Commitment to NEMA values of respect, integrity, leadership, teamwork, agility.
• Strong written and verbal communication; collaborative mindset.
• Knowledge of standardization procedures (ANSI) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical committee operations across product groups and sectors.
• Plan meetings, prepare materials, and manage action items and records.
• Develop annual work plans and budgets aligned with strategy.
• Coordinate with staff and departments on cross‑sector issues.

Skills

Program management

Engineering leadership

Organizational skills

Meeting facilitation

Communication

Customer service

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Independent work

Education

Undergraduate degree

Engineering degree preferred

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) in Arlington, VA, is seeking a Program Manager, Standards for a hybrid work schedule. You will serve as the primary staff liaison for assigned committees, helping members advance standards and industry initiatives across sectors.

Responsibilities include leading committee operations, managing standards development, and coordinating with external stakeholders to advance industry priorities.