Project Manager - Protection and Automation

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

Job summary

Siemens in Wendell, NC is seeking a Project Manager for Protection and Automation within the Electrification and Automation unit. You will lead projects from inception through closeout in a matrix organization, ensuring successful delivery of medium voltage solutions and protective relays on time and within budget.

This hybrid role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of PM experience (including contract management and P&L), proficiency with Microsoft Office and Project, a valid US driver’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• 3+ years hands‑on project management expertise including contract management and P&L responsibility
• Expertise with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
• Valid US Driver’s License
• Ability to travel up to 20% (domestic and international)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of projects from inception through completion.
• Manage the cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance of the assigned project(s).
• Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Lead and drive multi-disciplinary and cross functional teams, including engineering, operations, vendor management, logistics and services to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide regular updates to team, management, and PMO on work performed, plans, budget, and overall status.
• Identify project problems and obtain solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.
• Proactive Risk identification and Mitigation.
• Manage customer expectations across project cycle and lead single and multi-product medium voltage solutions projects.
• Direct diagnostics with the ability to determine root cause and corrective actions.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

P&L responsibility

Travel readiness

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Family: Electrification & Automation

Project Manager – Protection and Automation

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:

Headquartered in Wendell, NC, the Electrification & Automation (E&A) 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 in our Future Grids portfolio to create the power distribution grid of the future.

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our team!

We are seeking a Project Manager (PM) to join our Electrification and Automation (EA) and Protection and Automation (P&A) team. The position is hybrid, based in Wendell, NC, with an expectation of 2-3 days per week in the office.

You’ll make a difference by:

As a Project Manager, you will lead projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring successful execution in a dynamic, matrix-style organization. This role offers significant growth opportunities aligned with Siemens’ mission to foster a growth mindset.

• Direct all phases of projects from inception through completion.

• Manage the cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance of the assigned project(s).

• Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules.

• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.

• Lead and drive multi-disciplinary and cross functional teams, including engineering, operations, vendor management, logistics and services to ensure successful project execution.

• Provide regular updates to team, management, and PMO on work performed, plans, budget, and overall status.

• Identify project problems and obtain solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.

• Proactive Risk identification and Mitigation.

• Manage customer expectations across project cycle and lead single and multi-product medium voltage solutions projects.

• Direct diagnostics with the ability to determine root cause and corrective actions.

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

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college.

• 3+ years hands‑on project management expertise including contract management and P&L responsibility

• Expertise with Microsoft Office and specifically Microsoft Project

• Valid US Driver’s License

• Ability to travel up to 20% (domestic and international)

• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree or training in mechanical or electrical engineering

• Experience in the power distribution industry managing medium voltage portfolios.

• PMP certification

• Basic knowledge and understanding of power distribution; ability to read and understand basic electrical drawings and customer specifications.

• Experience in identifying and implementing cost savings measures within project

• Commitment to develop, drive, and manage projects in a highly competitive market

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, to present complex issues to multi-level audiences and effectively communicate progress, status and issues to internal and external Customers

• Ability to interpret and report results to senior management as well as customer

• Demonstrated ability in contract and change management.

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.

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$74,970 $128,520 5%

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Project Management