Senior Project Manager - NPD

Generac Power Systems Inc.; Delaware; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Onsite gym

401k plan

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. in the United States seeks a Senior Project Manager - NPD to lead global product development initiatives within the Industrial Energy portfolio.

You will plan, execute and govern cross‑functional programs from concept through launch, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and product management to meet cost, schedule and quality targets. This role requires strong governance via phase‑gate processes, proactive risk management and lifecycle optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in engineering, project management, or industrial equipment/product environments.
• 7+ years of project management experience in New Product Development with global cross functional teams and global product releases throughout the entire product life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of New Product Development (NPD) projects within Generac’s Industrial Energy business, including planning, scheduling, and cross-functional coordination.
• Translate product strategy, technical requirements, and business needs into structured project plans and deliverables.
• Manage multiple large, complex, global projects, ensuring alignment to scope, cost, quality, and timeline commitments.
• Drive execution of new product introductions, cost reduction initiatives, and product lifecycle improvements for industrial energy systems.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, service, and product management teams.
• Establish and maintain project governance using formal phase-gate processes (e.g., GDP milestones and design reviews).
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; lead contingency planning and issue resolution.
• Support key business decisions including sourcing strategies, make-vs-buy analysis, and cost optimisation across the product lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement across project execution, development processes, and operational efficiency within Industrial Energy programs.
• Capture and apply lessons learned to improve future project delivery and organisational best practices.

Skills

Project management

Engineering experience

Cross-functional leadership

Global project management

NPD experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

Overview

The Senior Project Manager - NPD leads the planning and execution of complex, global product development initiatives supporting Generac’s Industrial Energy portfolio. This role is responsible for delivering high-impact projects tied to industrial power systems and energy solutions, including new product introductions, technology integration, and lifecycle product enhancements. This position partners closely with engineering, product management, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure successful execution of projects that meet customer expectations, cost targets, and business objectives within the Industrial Energy segment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of New Product Development (NPD) projects within Generac’s Industrial Energy business, including planning, scheduling, and cross-functional coordination
• Translate product strategy, technical requirements, and business needs into structured project plans and deliverables
• Manage multiple large, complex, global projects, ensuring alignment to scope, cost, quality, and timeline commitments
• Drive execution of new product introductions, cost reduction initiatives, and product lifecycle improvements for industrial energy systems
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, service, and product management teams
• Establish and maintain project governance using formal phase-gate processes (e.g., GDP milestones and design reviews)
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; lead contingency planning and issue resolution
• Support key business decisions including sourcing strategies, make-vs-buy analysis, and cost optimisation across the product lifecycle
• Drive continuous improvement across project execution, development processes, and operational efficiency within Industrial Energy programs
• Capture and apply lessons learned to improve future project delivery and organisational best practices

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience in engineering, project management, or industrial equipment/product environments
• 7+ years of project management experience in New Product Development with global cross functional teams and global product releases throughout the entire product life cycle

Preferred Qualification

• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering global product development or product launch initiatives
• Strong track record of managing complex projects and meeting cost, timeline, and quality targets
• Experience supporting industrial energy, power systems, or similar heavy equipment/product environments
• Demonstrated experience delivering products across global markets and full product lifecycle stages
• Expertise in structured development processes (e.g., phase-gate, NPI frameworks)
• Strong financial and business acumen, including cost management and lifecycle optimisation
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment in a matrixed, cross-functional environment
• Experience leading large-scale, high-complexity programs within industrial or energy-focused product portfolios

Great Reasons to work for Generac

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities
• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
• Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.