Engineering Project Manager

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Project Manager to join the Data Center Power & Control Division  in Somerset, NJ on a hybrid basis. The team focuses on the development of Remote Access Solutions for data centers, broadcast companies, semi-conductor fabs, government agencies, as well as many high-tech companies. As a project manager you will be working with the Engineering team as well as cross functional teams.

The environment is fast paced as we satisfy our customers’ needs and develop new products.

What Will You Do?

Working mainly with the Engineering Team, Product Management Team, and other Project Managers:

• Create Project schedules.
• Track execution to the schedule.
• Define Project Metrics for reporting purposes.
• Work with other Project Managers (i.e. – manufacturing) to coordinate schedules.
• Organize kick-off project meetings.
• Resource Planning exercises.
• Lead the requirement gathering process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Education:

• BS degree or higher in a technical field (engineering, computer science).
• PMP certification preferred.

Experience:  

• 3-5 plus years in the role of Project Manager for technology-based product(s).
• Additional years in a technical position preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Requires strong organizational and time management skills, pays close attention to detail and can effectively handle multiple priorities.
• Must possess excellent project management skills, including demonstrated ability to develop and manage a project plan, establish priorities, work to deadlines and control several ongoing projects at a time.
• Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment in a global environment with geographically distributed teams.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Understand how to project manage the lifecycle for custom hardware and software products.
• Willingness to learn how these products work from a customer perspective.
• Should have a working knowledge of technologies used in IP based products.
• Knowledge of project management methodology especially in Agile development.

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.  We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.  LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity.  For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development. 

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