Fluence
Website:
fluenceenergy.com
Company:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fluenceenergy
Seniority: Not Applicable
Industries: Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
Job details:
Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.
Job Description
Position Summary
The Senior Project Manager – NPI leads New Product Introduction (NPI) programs while supporting Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) and Sustaining Engineering initiatives. The role coordinates Engineering, Technical Operations, Testing, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations and Contract Manufacturers to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards while driving KPI reporting, governance, manufacturing readiness, and executive communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end NPI programs from concept through production launch.
- Support AME projects including industrialization, process development, automation, equipment implementation and factory readiness.
- Support Sustaining Engineering projects including engineering changes, product enhancements, cost reduction, quality improvements and component obsolescence.
- Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans and risk registers.
- Coordinate NPI, Technical Operations and Testing teams to achieve project milestones.
- Coordinate Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement and Operations activities.
- Lead design reviews, gate reviews and manufacturing readiness reviews.
- Coordinate EVT, DVT, PVT, pilot builds, validation activities and production ramp.
- Drive DFM, DFA, DFC, APQP, PFMEA, PPAP and process validation activities.
- Manage ECRs, ECOs, BOM releases and configuration management.
- Serve as primary interface with Contract Manufacturers for project execution and technical communication.
- Translate technical discussions into executable project plans, actions and executive updates.
- Generate weekly project updates, dashboards and executive reports.
- Develop, monitor and report project KPIs and program metrics.
- Maintain RAID logs and drive mitigation plans.
- Chair weekly cross-functional reviews and follow up on action items.
- Track CAPEX, budgets, tooling and resource utilization.
- Balance priorities across NPI, AME and Sustaining Engineering portfolios.
- Drive value engineering, localization and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure regulatory compliance, quality standards and successful product launch.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
- 8–10 years of NPI/manufacturing project management experience.
- Experience with PLM/ERP (Windchill, SAP preferred).
- Strong knowledge of DFM, APQP, PFMEA, PPAP and quality systems.
- Strong stakeholder management and budget/CAPEX experience.
Preferred
- PMP certification.
- Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
- Automation/Industry 4.0 experience.
- CAD knowledge.
- Vendor and Contract Manufacturer management.
Key Performance Indicators
- On-time milestone achievement
- Project schedule adherence
- KPI and dashboard reporting
- Weekly executive updates
- Manufacturing readiness
- Budget & CAPEX performance
- Action item closure
- Successful product launches
Our Culture
At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.
Unleash Voices
We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.
Customer Fluent
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.
Infinite Impact
We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.
All In
We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.
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