Associate Project Manager - Power Distribution

Job ID

515661

Posted since

27-Jul-2026

Organization

Smart Infrastructure

Field of work

Project Management

Company

Siemens Industry, Inc.

Experience level

Early Professional

Job type

Full-time

Work mode

Hybrid (Remote/Office)

Employment type

Permanent

Location(s)

• Durham - North Carolina - United States of America
• Raleigh - North Carolina - United States of America

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? 

Transform the everyday with us!

 

About Smart Infrastructure – Electrification and Automation:

The Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids for today while investing in our Future Grids portfolio and applications to create the power distribution grid of the future. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of todays and tomorrow’s power grid!

 

We are looking for an Associate Project Manager. This position is located in Wendell, NC.

 

You will make an impact by:

As an Associate Project Manager (APM), you will support the successful execution of medium-voltage power distribution projects from project initiation through final closeout. In addition to supporting larger and more complex projects under the guidance of experienced Project Managers, you will independently manage assigned low-complexity projects, taking ownership of project scope, schedule, customer communications, documentation, and financial performance.

You will work within a matrix organization requiring excellent communication, organizational, coordination, and problem-solving skills while balancing multiple priorities and stakeholder expectations.

• Manage assigned low-complexity projects throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, customer communications, and project closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers on assigned projects while ensuring customer satisfaction and timely resolution of project-related issues.
• Support Project Managers during all phases of larger projects, including milestone deliverables, documentation, financial tracking, case management, and customer communications.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, risks, and milestones for assigned projects and escalate concerns as necessary.
• Drive collaboration with the Customer Care team in creating and executing use cases to support project acceptance and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and deliver project status reports, customer progress reports, customer change proposals, and presentations to management and internal/external stakeholders.
• Drive final customer acceptance activities, including completion of project documentation, equipment acceptance requirements, and financial closeout activities.
• Lead customer meetings for assigned projects and facilitate meetings on behalf of Project Managers as needed for larger projects.
• Capture and distribute meeting minutes, action items, and project updates throughout all phases of project execution.
• Capture punch-list items from site commissioning activities and drive timely closure through collaboration with Siemens field service technicians, Customer Care, Project Managers, factory personnel, vendors, and customers.

 

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• 1+ years of project management, project coordination, engineering, construction management, or related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Up to 20% travel required (national and international).
• PMP certification required within one year of employment.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience within the power distribution industry, including the ability to read and understand basic electrical drawings and customer specifications.
• Experience managing small projects, workstreams, customer deliverables, or project portfolios.
• Experience supporting medium-voltage and/or high-voltage power distribution projects.
• Understanding project scheduling, financial management, risk management, and change management principles.
• Strong customer-facing communication and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of PMI, PMP, IPMA, or other recognized project management methodologies.
• PMP Certification and/or CAPM Certification.
• Experience working in manufacturing, electrical distribution, utilities, EPC, or industrial project environments.

 

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

 

You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $61,547 - $105,509 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.