Project Manager, GEIS

Eaton’s ES GEIS division is currently seeking a Project Manager, GEIS supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), Value Analysis Value Engineering (VAVE), and Operations (STP) focused investments. This is a hybrid role for candidates currently residing in Highland, IL or Troy, IL. Relocation is not provided for this position.

The Global Energy Infrastructure Solutions (GEIS) division is part of Eaton’s global electrical sector and has over 128 years of experience in enhancing efficiency, safety, and reliability for our customers. Our strategic focus is on driving growth, leveraging innovation, and building capability across our global network. We operate in dynamic and ever evolving markets, be this as a result of energy transitions, digitalization, safety, or a continued drive for greater efficiency within our customers, partners and suppliers.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $97000 - $143000 a year. Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

• Lead electro‑mechanical, cross‑functional product development and operations transformation initiatives, including facilities and manufacturing investments.
• Own P&L for assigned NPI, VAVE, and STP programs, with full Responsibility, Authority, and Accountability (RAA) for delivering scope across technical, schedule, cost, and quality objectives.
• Plan and execute projects to defined scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets; develop and maintain integrated project schedules, key milestones, and critical path.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, metrics, and action logs to support phase gates, baseline/change management, PM reviews, and IPT execution.
• Monitor program health (Green/Yellow/Red), proactively manage risks, and deliver clear, data‑driven status reporting to leadership and business stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to standard program management processes, tools, and best practices; drive continuous improvement and lessons learned.

• Lead execution of manufacturing line, equipment, and material flow relocations, including move sequencing, shutdown planning, restart activities, and cross‑site coordination.
• Oversee equipment disassembly, transport, installation, requalification, and site readiness in partnership with engineering and operations.
• Support site build‑outs, consolidations, or closures, ensuring smooth operational handoffs with minimal disruption to production, safety, and customer delivery.

• Lead Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), fostering collaboration, rapid issue resolution, and performance‑driven coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate resources across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, EHS, IT, Finance, HR, and external partners; resolve conflicts and optimize utilization.
• Manage dependencies, elevate risks as needed, and partner with global program teams to ensure on‑time delivery.

• Track project costs, capital expenditures, and purchase orders against budgets; ensure accurate forecasting and financial control.
• Identify and mitigate risks across technical, schedule, cost, and safety dimensions.
• Ensure all activities meet EHS, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, including contractor compliance, permits, and pre‑task risk assessments.

• Deliver clear, timely communication on project status, risks, cost performance, and milestones to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support change management and stakeholder alignment during project execution and operational transitions.
• Promote a culture of execution discipline, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in Program Management; or a combination of Program Management with progressive levels of accountability and responsibility in Manufacturing, Operations,…