IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 6,500 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life. Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged, diverse, and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society. Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits. Job Summary The Project Engineer is responsible for managing projects from order receipt through project execution, installation and acceptance. The position requires engineering oversight, attention to detail and excellent interpersonal/communications skills. You will be expected to conduct all interactions with customers and suppliers in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the corporate values. Job Functions Develop project execution plan. Responsible for the overall project success of designing and building advanced laser systems from order receipt through project execution, installation and customer acceptance. Develop, update and maintain detailed project plans and schedules. Responsible for keeping projects on schedule. Identify project risks and mitigate efficiently and effectively. Track, compile project information and generate project status reports. Identify work scope changes and initiate change orders where applicable: quoting materials, labor and schedule impact. Facilitate and coordinate project meetings with the assigned project team. Effectively communicate customer expectations and information to internal and external project teams. Facilitate and coordinate technical design reviews, including meeting agenda, minutes, decisions, key conclusions, and action items. Manage all phases of assigned projects. Initiate, maintain, and ensure completion of project's "Quality Notebook". Ensure project documentation is completed and delivered to customer. Maintain frequent and clear communication with customers over the course of the project. Track and initiate project milestone invoices. Develop and maintain on-going customer relationships. Responsible for fulfillment of project requirements, specifications, and overall customer satisfaction. Coordinate the shipment, installation, and final acceptance of the system at the customer site. Travel as required to supplier and/or customer sites to perform project management duties. Requirements Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project 5 years of experience in project/engineering management Strong technical aptitude, understands and can articulate electrical and mechanical concepts Laser industry experience a plus Handles multi-tasking environment Polished customer relation skills Persistent, adaptable, flexible Excellent written and oral communication skills Experience with Capital Equipment preferred U.S. Citizenship requirement 5110 Main St NE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55421 Exempt "Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action M/F D/V IPG Photonics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. All employment decisions and personnel actions at IPG Photonics are administered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, qualified mental or physical disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic carrier status, any veteran status, any military service, any application for any military service, or any other category or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. IPG Photonics Corporation provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Se tion 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact (508) 506-2527 or email [email protected] opens an email client applicationto request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to. "