Project Manager - Complex ETO Projects (Power & IT Systems)

About the role

The Project Manager manages complex Engineer-to-Order (ETO) projects across Power and IT System business units, from order entry through design definition, production and site handover. The role integrates product lines, factories and third-party partners, focusing on early-stage order processing and anticipating risks so issues surface before equipment reaches site. It sits within the Project Management team and reports to the NPDI Project Manager, who owns the phase-gate process.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex ETO orders that include third-party equipment, pre-release quoted or ordered products, orders with undefined designs, site-control or power-metering software, and complex site commissioning.
• Drive design definition, production readiness and delivery to the customer within the NPDI governance structure.
• Support design freeze, risk anticipation and cross-functional coordination across product lines, factories and partners.
• Plan deadlines and keep schedules on track across cross-functional teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years in NPI, new product development, ETO project management or complex project delivery in data centers, power distribution or critical infrastructure.
• Proven delivery of projects spanning several product lines, third-party scope or products with undefined designs at order entry.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English; a second European language is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and motivate people without direct authority.

Required skills

• Proficiency in project scheduling tools such as Smartsheet or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Oracle or a similar ERP system.
• Budget tracking, margin management and change order experience.
• Structured problem solving with A3, 5 Whys and 8D methods.
• Preferred: PMP, PRINCE2 or IPMA certification; Lean Six Sigma Green Belt; FAT, site acceptance and commissioning exposure; knowledge of MV/LV switchgear, UPS, racks, rPDU, EPMS, DCIM or BMS.

Full-time position, up to 20-25% travel to Power and IT System factories, with possible extended hours during critical phases. The stated salary range for Slovakia is 25,200 to 31,500 EUR gross per year.