Job Description:
14000 Technology Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA
Full-time
Smart people.
Smart ideas.
Smart choice.
A thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.
Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people’s lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.
Transforming what’s possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials — this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it’s a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.
By joining MTS, you’ll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You’ll discover a dynamic culture ofcontinuous improvementthat extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work may also include world travel.
Primary Objective
To manage all aspects of assigned projects from point of sale to customer acceptance in an effective manner to maximize corporate profits, technical reputation and position of MTS within the marketplace (generally including substantial custom mechanical, electrical and software designs). Responsible for all parameters of performance, schedule, budget, technical specifications and customer satisfaction for fast paced and dynamic projects.
Major Areas of Accountability
Serves as the overall project manager and is responsible for all parameters of project performance (cost, technical performance, schedule, and customer satisfaction) and all the phases from pre-sales support, order confirmation, project definition, manufacturing process to project closure.
Plans, coordinates, and effectively monitors and controls project’s technical and financial progress.
Assigns resources for the designing, engineering, system checkout, and performance testing involved with the project.
Tracks, monitors, and maintains project vendors, parts, and materials.
Leads meeting cadences with internal project resources, external vendors, and customers.
Develops and modifies project schedules, tracking programs, and custom tools for organization and monitoring fast paced and non-linear projects.
Establishes reliable sold-cost estimate.
Creates and delivers formal technical presentations to both external customers and internal management related to job function, program status, or future technical direction.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable MTS product line.
Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
General Qualifications
2 years of project management experience or BS degree in Engineering or related field
Mechanical/Structural/Hydraulic experience
Ability to travel up to 25%, domestic and international
Physical Demands (US only)
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required tosit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;reach withhands and arms; and talk or hear.The employeeis occasionally required tostand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation Information:
$86,000 - $129,000 Annual Salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.