Project Manager - Power Distribution

Siemens; Wendell (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Wendell, NC, is seeking a Project Manager for the Power Distribution portfolio. The role is hybrid (remote/office) based in Wendell, NC, and focuses on medium- and high-voltage equipment projects, PV inverter projects, and automation-focused systems.

You will manage customer-facing projects in a matrixed organization with cross‑functional teams. You’ll lead projects end-to-end, own cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance, and communicate progress to customers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4+ years of project management experience in power distribution.
• PMP certification preferred or willingness to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of assigned projects—from planning to execution and final closeout.
• Own project cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance.
• Define project milestones and ensure alignment with master plans and timelines.
• Communicate expectations, updates, risks, and progress clearly to team members, leadership, and customers.
• Provide routine status reports covering scope, budget, schedule, and performance.
• Identify project risks or issues and drive effective solutions (including resource allocation or contract adjustments).
• Handle customer expectations throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Lead single- and multi-product medium-voltage solutions projects.
• Conduct diagnostics to resolve root causes and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Project management

Travel up to 20%

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Family: Electrification & Automation

Req ID: 511731

Project Manager - Power Distribution

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

About Electrification & Automation:

The Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing into our Future Grids portfolio and applications to create the power distribution grid of the future. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of todays and tomorrow’s power grid!

We’re looking for a Project Manager to join our PMO's Systems Group. This role is hybrid (remote/office mix) based in Wendell, NC.

You’ll make a difference by:

You’ll manage customer-facing projects in a fast-paced environment, balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and stakeholder expectations. The PM will lead complex, high-impact projects from initiation through closeout. In this role, you’ll work within a matrixed organization and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver medium-voltage power distribution solutions, photovoltaic inverter projects, and automation-focused systems.

• Lead all phases of assigned projects—from planning to execution and final closeout.
• Own project cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance.
• Define project milestones and ensure alignment with master plans and timelines.
• Communicate expectations, updates, risks, and progress clearly to team members, leadership, and customers.
• Provide routine status reports covering scope, budget, schedule, and performance.
• Identify project risks or issues and drive effective solutions (including resource allocation or contract adjustments).
• Handle customer expectations throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Lead single- and multi-product medium-voltage solutions projects.
• Conduct diagnostics to resolve root causes and implement corrective actions.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 4+ years of project management experience in the power distribution industry, focusing on medium- or high-voltage equipment/switchgear.
• Ability to travel up to 20%, both domestically and internationally.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret results and present recommendations to senior management and customers.
• Proven leadership experience leading multi-disciplinary teams (program management, engineering, services, operations, logistics).
• Demonstrated success driving and running projects in competitive technical markets.
• Experience implementing cost-saving measures within projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex information to varied audiences.
• Experience in contract management and change management.
• PMP certification (or willingness to obtain within one year of hire).

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here (https://www.siemens.com/global/en/company.html) .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

$74,970 $128,520 10%

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Project Management