Southern Company - Durham, NC
posted about 2 months ago
The Technical Project Manager I plays a crucial role in facilitating communication, collaboration, and coordination among the Production Engineering Disciplines and related project stakeholders. This position is primarily focused on the designs of Power Generation and Switchgear products produced at our manufacturing facilities. The Technical Project Manager I is responsible for ensuring that equipment is designed, built, and applied according to engineering documents, manufacturing standards, and compliance with UL and other required code standards. The overarching goal is to guarantee the safety, quality, functionality, and overall conformity of the products manufactured at both locations, ensuring that the equipment is properly sized, selected, and installed according to industry expectations. The successful candidate will actively participate in the design and manufacturing process, working closely with various teams to ensure that all aspects of the project are aligned with the company's goals. This includes acting as the single point of contact between the Production Engineering team and other stakeholders such as Manufacturing, Construction, Procurement, and Applications Engineering. The Technical Project Manager I will coordinate meetings, design reviews, and establish internal design schedules and milestones for various Product Development or high-visibility projects as directed by project management and leadership. In addition to project coordination, the Technical Project Manager I will conduct design reviews on deliverables such as BOMs, drawings, and submittals prior to release, ensuring that all necessary components are present to complete the required scope of work. The role also involves supporting the creation and enforcement of a design management process, as well as assisting test, commissioning, and service departments with prompt communication and problem resolution. The Technical Project Manager I will identify and execute processes that may reduce the overall cost to manufacture, install, and operate mechanical infrastructure systems in Power Generation and Switchgear Products.