• Project Manager

    Actalent (New Ulm, MN)


    Description

    The Program Manager is an exciting combination of a cross -functional, multi-project manager and a technical account manager working across all Winding’s sites in North America. As a customer focused position, the Program Manager drives key development programs through engineering to production while managing all internal aspects of the customer experience. The Program Manager will be responsible for the following:

     

    • Lead high complexity custom motor and generator projects across functions using structured program/project management techniques and a phase gate process to achieve quality, schedule/delivery, and cost targets.

    • Act as the liaison between Winding’s global customers and Winding’s global manufacturing sites (Materials Control, Scheduling, Engineering, Quality, AP/AR, Sales, etc.) with responsibility for handling all sales, engineering and tooling orders, account questions, complaints, returns, and other general queries for assigned accounts.

    • Understand, apply, and disseminate complex or ambiguous customer requirements into actionable project plans.

    • Provide guidance to the organization related to project execution and customer requirements.

    • Mitigate project risks based on knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing process and business acumen.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    • B.S. Degree in an applicable field (business management, engineering, or other) is preferred. Experience in lieu of degree will be considered.

    • Project Management Training is required. PMP certification preferred

    • Minimum of 5-7 years of applicable experience in an engineered product environment in Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Medical Device, O&G or other technology field

    • Proven track record of delivering project milestones related to cost, timeline, and quality.

    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required for this position, including the ability to positively engage potential customers at any level in their organization in conversation in person and via phone and/or computer.

    • Excellent organizational, decision-making skills and the ability to be self-motivated are required.

    • Working knowledge of English (verbal and written) is required.

    • Experience with one or more project management software tools is preferred. (MS Project, Asana, Monday.com, etc.)

    • Strong financial acumen and the ability to use this knowledge to influence short- and long-term financial decisions of key projects, including capital expenditures is required

    • Ability to document processes, process validations, qualifications, protocols, reports (technical and non-technical), and test methods is required

    • An understanding of continuous improvement principles and methodologies is essential. Six Sigma or other problem-solving tools is preferred.

    • Experience with risk identification, risk mitigation, and risk management related to project success is required.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of New Ulm, MN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

     

    • An awesome employee-ownership culture• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life and more)• Paid time off• 401k match and ESOP contributions• Flexible work environment• Education reimbursement

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in New Ulm,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.