Job Description

Job Req ID

49178

Work Type

Hybrid

Department

Program Management

What you'll do:

A results-driven Program Manager with a strong track record of leading low to medium complexity projects across New Product Introduction (NPI)--including prototype phases--and industrialization initiatives such as Standard Transition Process (STP), Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE), engineering changes, and capacity upgrades. Demonstrates consistent delivery against business case cost and benefit commitments.
Ensures rigorous application of Eaton's NPI/NTI processes and tools (e.g., Pre-Launch, ProLaunch, ProPM) across all assigned projects. Actively coaches and guides cross-functional teams in the effective use of these methodologies to drive successful program outcomes.



A. Manage the project lifecycle from development through launch while achieving business case financials of the NPI Program(s)/ STP Program(s) and / or VAVE projects.

B. Lead cross-functional teams to drive accountability and performance established for commercial, technical, and manufacturing readiness levels at start of production.

C. Develop and execute comprehensive project management plans that deliver on scope, schedule, and financial commitments. Guide teams from project initiation through planning, executing, monitoring, and closure.

D. Influence and secure baseline business case expectations with key stakeholders in the areas of scope, benefit, cost, assumptions, risks/opportunities, key milestones, and alternate implementation scenarios. Fully understand and articulate business case financials and content.

E. Establish organizational resource management plans that clearly articulate the requirements for core team member, work package approver, and decision gate committee member engagement for the project duration.

F. Build effective cross-functional team dynamics by recognizing individual strengths and weaknesses, providing proactive feedback and coaching, and creating an atmosphere that inspires learning and recognition. Drive a mindset of proactive risk mitigation and methodical problem solving.

G. Leverage program management standard work processes, tools, systems, and performance measures to provide an operational cadence, agility and transparency during project execution.

H. Establish and execute effective internal and external stakeholder communication strategies that address customer, internal leadership, and core team needs for the duration of a project.

I. Effectively tailor messaging and lead project/program reviews with multiple levels of leadership to enable robust decision making and risk mitigation.

J. Develop negotiation strategies with functional partners that meet business case commitments for both customer and supplier contract management. Ensure effective change management processes and contract language is designed and applied.

K. Engage in new business proposal development by partnering on product strategy and product roadmap initiatives.

L. Strengthen skillsets in cross-functional and operational knowledge areas outside of previous domain expertise (i.e. Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance).



Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required (Business Administration or Engineering)

3-5 years of experience in one or more key functions: Program Management, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing/Supply Chain Management, or Product Development.


Skills:

Proven ability to lead and manage projects from initiation through successful completion.

Progressing from developing to fully demonstrating proficiency in program and project management methodologies, tools, and processes.


Eaton strives to provide benefits and programs that are competitive and focused on employee well-being. These programs are offered across the United States and Puerto Rico, but specific programs and options available may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic locations, date of hire, employment type and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

About Us

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we're helping to solve the world's most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.

Founded in 1911, Eaton has continuously evolved to meet the changing and expanding needs of our stakeholders. With revenues of nearly $25 billion in 2024, the company serves customers in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com Follow us on LinkedIn.

Our commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability

We are powered by our vision, driven by strategy, guided by our aspirational goals and committed to doing business right. We believe diversity is our strength and diverse thinking powers innovation and growth. In our second annual Global Inclusion and Diversity Transparency Report, we look at the progress we've made in our journey and the work that's still left to do. Our latest sustainability report features our progress toward our 2030 Sustainability Goals, which include science-based greenhouse gas reduction targets and our commitment to become carbon neutral by 2030.

Recent Awards: Honored to be recognized

2018-2025 World's most admired companies, Forbes 2016-2023 Best Place to work for LGBTQ Equality, HRC 2023-2024 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces, Newsweek 2012-2025 World's Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere

Eaton in India was recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2022 CII Ideathon HR & IR in Excellence in Community Impact 2022 Top 20 Most Innovative Practices -- Women Returnee Programs (DivHersity Awards 2022) We are recognized as India's Best Workplaces in Manufacturing 2023 - Top 25 Eaton in India was recognized as a certified DEI Crusader during 'The Progressive Places to Work Conclave 2023' by Times Group India 2022-2023 Top 100 Best Companies for Women in India (BCWI) MICI '(Most Inclusive Companies Index)' - in 2022 and 2023 * Eaton is recognized by 'The Global DEI Alliance' as a progressive change advocate of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) - 2023