Project Manager

Piller Power Systems; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching 3%

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Piller Power Systems is seeking a Project Manager to own complex power system projects from order entry through commissioning and closeout. You will coordinate with engineering, service, sales, and customers to deliver UPS, generators, switchgear, and more while controlling budget, schedule, and scope.

The role requires leadership across departments, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel 50% or more, including international assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience managing system-level technical projects.
• Experience with UPS, generators, and switchgear preferred.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of projects from order entry through final acceptance.
• Serve as main client contact and coordinate site meetings.
• Lead cross-department collaboration to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Develop schedules, track milestones, manage invoicing and profitability.
• Oversee technical documentation, test procedures, and submittals.
• Coordinate FAT, startup, and SAT activities (domestic and international).
• Manage shipping docs and vendor quality compliance; supervise field teams.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Team leadership

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

Reports to: Director of Operations and Project Management

Travel Required: 50% or more

Lead High-Impact Power Projects That Keep the World Running

Piller Power Systems Inc. is a leader in mission-critical power quality solutions. We're seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to take ownership of complex power system projects from order entry through commissioning and closeout. This role is central to our commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and technical excellence.

You’ll serve as the primary project authority, working cross-functionally with engineering, service, sales, and customers to deliver systems that include UPS, generators, switchgear, and more — all while maintaining budget, schedule, and scope integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Project Ownership: Manage all technical and commercial aspects of assigned projects from order entry through final acceptance.
• Customer Interface: Serve as the main point of contact for clients and contractors; lead site meetings and coordinate technical communication.
• Cross-Departmental Leadership: Align Sales, Service, Engineering, Purchasing, and Accounting to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Schedule & Budget Management: Develop project schedules, track milestones, manage invoicing, and ensure profitability targets are met or exceeded.
• Documentation & Reporting: Oversee the creation and approval of technical documentation, test procedures, submittals, and Methods of Procedure (MOPs).
• Testing & Commissioning: Coordinate FAT, startup, and SAT activities; host customer-witnessed testing events (domestic & international).
• Logistics Oversight: Manage all shipping documentation and coordination of inbound shipments from Germany; oversee vendor quality compliance.
• Team Oversight: Direct daily site activities, communicate goals to technicians/vendors, review timesheets and expenses, and provide clear direction to ensure compliance with scope and deadlines.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to improve internal project management processes.
• Project Reporting: Generate and present project reports and critical updates to senior management.
• Support Service Projects: Step in to manage or support service-led initiatives as needed.
• Invoice & Payment Management: Supervise project-related billing and assist in resolving payment or contract issues.

Minimum QualificationsEducation:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical preferred)

Experience:

• 3-10 years in the design, application, or service of industrial/commercial products — ideally in electrical power or controls
• 3-5 years of successful experience managing system-level technical projects, including customer/vendor interaction and full project lifecycle execution
• Familiarity with contract language, budgeting, scheduling, and commissioning processes for UPS and related systems

Licenses & Certifications:

• PMP or PMI certification preferred
• OSHA certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Deep understanding of electrical power system components: UPS, generators, switchgear, etc.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and MS Project (or equivalent scheduling software)
• Skilled in reading/analyzing technical documents, test procedures, and project contracts
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proven leadership and coordination skills with ability to manage cross-functional teams
• Ability to direct field teams and external vendors effectively
• Strong troubleshooting, cost control, and time management capabilities

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Primary work performed in an office setting with periodic visits to customer and job sites, including active construction environments
• Moderate physical activity may be required, including lifting up to 50 lbs and use of test equipment
• Must be available for frequent travel (≥50%) including overnight stays and occasional international trips

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Piller USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants, including those with criminal records, without discrimination. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k) matching 3%
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute to Middletown, NY 10941 (Required)