Project Engineer (NPDI)

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Vertiv seeks a Project Engineer for the NPDI Busbar in Ras al Khaimah, UAE, onsite and full time, reporting to the NPDI Manager. You will lead cross-functional development and sustaining projects, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, procurement, quality, logistics and service to deliver on time and within budget while following NPDI processes. Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree with proven cross-functional leadership, strong problem solving and project planning, plus manufacturing project experience; knowledge of 3 phase power distribution or busbar products is preferred, and Office 365 and MS Project proficiency is expected. To apply, tailor your resume to NPDI, quantify schedule and cost impact, and show collaboration and continuous improvement aligned with Vertiv core principles.

Job Title:                                    Project Engineer – NPDI Busbar PL

Function/Department:               Busbar Product Line (PL)

Reports to:                               Senior Manager Global Programme Management - NPDI 

Location:                                  RAK, UAE

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Manager is responsible and accountable for the cross-functional management of new product development and sustaining projects. These projects range in complexity that span functions, organizations, geographic regions, and cultures. The Project Manager coordinates the efforts of engineering, offering management, manufacturing, procurement, quality, order fulfillment, logistics, service, marketing, sales and other cross functional groups to optimize time to market while monitoring project and product cost, schedule and resources. The Project Manager must build credibility, establish rapport, and maintain communication with project stakeholders at multiple levels, including those external to the organization, to ensure success of the projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Facilitate cross-functional planning and project execution, ensuring the project is delivered on time, within budget, and meets the agreed upon scope
• Monitor team schedules and ensure coordination of activities on the critical path
• Provide executive-level program updates to senior management and executive sponsors
• Develop reporting and tracking programs to assure the project is on target for schedule and cost
• Identify key issues and drive decisions to ensure that the project does not slip
• Identify key risks and prepare contingency plans
• Ensure the projects are following the NPDI, New Product Develop & Introduction process
• Assist project team members as required
• Identify and lead continuous improvement projects      

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, or other technical degree.
• Proven ability to lead others to achieve common goals and to accomplish tasks
• Demonstrated competence in problem-solving, data analysis, project planning
• Experience leading cross functional meetings and presenting to small groups, both in person and via conference call
• Ability to quickly develop cross functional relationships to achieve business objectives
• Process and results-oriented with proven ability to accomplish goals
• Must have experience in projects in manufacturing industry. 
• Experience with 3-phase power distribution or Busbar products is preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 applications, Microsoft Project, & Smartsheet
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization. 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. 

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity.  Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.