Program Manager

E Tech Group; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match + prompt enrollment.

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.

Generous paid time off

Job summary

E Tech Group is seeking a Program Manager to lead multiple projects and squads of engineers, coordinating with major clients and driving successful delivery across diverse facilities. This remote role includes 30% travel and requires strong leadership.

The candidate will oversee resources, ensure profitability, and maintain client satisfaction while collaborating with sales and project management for long‑term success.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years PM experience or 10+ years in project engineering.
• PMP credential.
• Proven PM leader in technologies with familiarity with industrial controls projects.
• Ability to develop PLC and HMI programs in one or more languages (Schneider Electric, AVEVA, Rockwell).
• Travel up to 30%.
• Physical ability to stand, lift 50 lbs and navigate stairs/ladders.
• DNA of collaboration and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate with major clients, focusing on E Tech Group resources.
• Manage internal and external resources to estimate, sell, and implement multiple systems across various applications and locations.
• Act as the primary client contact, responsible for financial decisions and long-term goals for both organizations.
• Oversee client revenue opportunities, project pursuit, proposal development, negotiation, and order closing.
• Support the Program Director and Business Development Manager in creating client-specific strategies and tactical plans.
• Ensure the technical, financial, and commercial success of solutions, maintaining project schedules, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Typically leads multiple or high-risk projects with expert-level competency in maximizing value from E Tech Group products and services.
• Duties may occasionally require work on weekends or holidays.
• Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group and the teams.

Skills

PM leadership

Project engineering

PMP credential

PLC/HMI programming

Industrial controls

Travel readiness

Education

BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Schneider Electric

AVEVA

Rockwell

Job description

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinkingexperts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.
We’re adding to our team and growing across our markets! We are seeking a Program Manager who will support multiple projects and lead a growing team of engineers & technical resources with strong dotted lines to sales & project management. This is an excellent hands‑on opportunity to provide technical solutions and play a vital role growing a line of business with high visibility and tremendous growth potential. This is a remote position with 30% travel.

You will:

• Plans and coordinates with major clients, focusing on E Tech Group resources.
• Manages internal and external resources to estimate, sell, and implement multiple systems across various applications and locations.
• Acts as the primary client contact, responsible for financial decisions and long‑term goals for both organizations.
• Oversees client revenue opportunities, project pursuit, proposal development, negotiation, and order closing.
• Supports the Program Director and Business Development Manager in creating client-specific strategies and tactical plans.
• Ensures the technical, financial, and commercial success of solutions, maintaining project schedules, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Typically leads multiple or high‑risk projects, with expert‑level competency in maximizing value from E Tech Group products and services.
• Duties may occasionally require work on weekends or holidays.
• Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

You have:

• BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent educational background.
• 8+ years of dedicated PM experience or
• 10+ years in project engineering environment
• PMP credential.
• Proven and recognized project management leader in specific technologies and/or solutions with familiarity with industrial controls projects.
• Ability to develop PLC and HMI programs within one or more languages (Schneider Electric, AVEVA, Rockwell, etc.)
• Experience with process controls instrumentation.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, lift a minimum of 50lbs and walk up and down stairs and or fixed ladders numerous times.
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so youcanadvance your career. As an E Tech associate, youcan unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities.

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs. E Tech Group is an Affonssive Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.