Manager, Project Engineering - Minneapolis, MN

IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 6,500 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.

Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged, diverse, and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.

Direct the Project Engineering team, ensuring best practices and continuous improvement. This position is responsible for managing the team that manages projects from order receipt through project execution, installation, and acceptance. This role requires attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and communications skills, basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, controls and software engineering. The Project Engineering team is expected to conduct all interactions with customers and suppliers in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the company's values. It is expected that this role also drives best practices and continuous improvement within the group and the organization. Reports to General Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and track key performance metrics (e.g., on-time delivery)
• Monitor project scope, costs, schedules, staffing, communications, vendors, and deliverables
• Develop standards, processes, and tools for efficient project management
• Plan and manage systems schedules to meet revenue goals
• Oversee projects from order receipt to execution, installation, and acceptance
• Provide engineering oversight and maintain excellent interpersonal/communication skills in a customer-facing role

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Portfolio Oversight: Use Smartsheet to manage project portfolio
• Performance Monitoring: Track key metrics (budget, schedule, scope, quality) and take corrective actions
• Resource Allocation: Optimize resource allocation to meet deadlines
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks, develop contingency plans
• Stakeholder Management: Facilitate communication between project teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Process Improvement: Implement standardized project management methodologies and best practices
• Team Development: Coach and mentor project engineers
• Reporting and Analysis: Generate project reports for senior management, analyze data for trends
• Budget Management: Monitor project budgets, identify cost variances, and maintain financial control

As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick time
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA
• Paid basic life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• 401(k) plan with matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Discretionary Bonus eligibility
• Adoption Assistance
• Pet Insurance

• BS in Engineering or Business required, MBA would be a plus
• 3-5 years of project/engineering management experience
• 3-5 years of people management experience preferred
• Experience with capital equipment or medical device is preferred
• Proven project management experience with successful project delivery
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills for data interpretation and decision-making
• Relevant project management certification (e.g., PMP) preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)
• Strong technical aptitude; understands and can articulate electrical, mechanical and software concepts
• Laser industry experience a plus
• Ability to handle a multi-tasking environment
• Polished customer relation skills. Develop and maintain ongoing customer relationships
• Persistent, adaptable, and flexible
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Oversee shipment, installation, and final acceptance of systems at customer sites
• Travel as required to supplier and/or customer sites for project management duties