Senior Project Manager - NPD

Generac; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Onsite gym

Free parking

Employee events

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Senior Project Manager - NPD to lead global industrial energy product development initiatives, including new product introductions and lifecycle improvements. You will drive cross-functional planning, schedule execution, and governance processes to deliver high‑impact projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include translating strategy into plans, managing multiple large projects, and partnering with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and product

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 PM experience in New Product Development with global cross‑functional teams and global product releases throughout the life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of New Product Development (NPD) projects within Generac’s Industrial Energy business.
• Translate product strategy and requirements into structured project plans and deliverables.
• Manage multiple large, complex, global projects with alignment to scope, cost, quality and timeline.

Skills

NPD

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Phase-gate processes

Global product releases

Cost/time/quality governance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

10+ years in engineering/PM/industrial equipment environments

Job description

Overview

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.

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

Benefits

• 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
• 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
• 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.