Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager
Duration: 4+ months contract with high possibility for extension
Location: Westerville, OH - Onsite
 
Lab Scheduling & Prioritization
Coordinate factory witness test schedules across three primary lab locations:

• Dearborn, OH
• Monterrey, MX
• Tijuana, MX

 
Prioritize testing activities based on:

• Manufacturing readiness and production schedules
• Sales commitments and customer urgency
• Product type and lab capabilities
• Ensure optimal utilization of lab resources and avoid scheduling conflicts.

 
Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as the liaison between manufacturing, engineering, lab operations, and sales teams to align on test objectives and logistics.
• Facilitate communication and alignment across departments to ensure readiness and minimize delays.
• Ensure all required documentation, equipment, and personnel are prepared ahead of scheduled tests.

 
Customer Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers attending factory witness tests.
• Coordinate logistics for customer visits, including travel, accommodations, and site access.
• Ensure customers are informed of test schedules, protocols, and any changes or delays.

 
Travel & On-Site Support

• Travel to lab locations as needed to support high-priority witness tests and ensure schedules are maintained.
• Provide on-site coordination and issue resolution during critical testing events.

 
Process Oversight & Documentation

• Monitor the progress of scheduled tests and escalate issues that may impact timelines or customer satisfaction.
• Ensure that test documentation, certifications, and reports are delivered promptly and accurately.
• Track and report on test completion rates, customer feedback, and scheduling efficiency.

 
Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of data center thermal management technologies, including chillers, fan walls, and liquid cooling systems.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, especially in customer-facing scenarios.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet) and ERP systems.
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally, including to Dearborn, Monterrey, and Tijuana.

 
Preferred Attributes:

• Familiarity with direct-to-chip liquid cooling architectures and CDU integration.
• Experience with fan wall deployments and airflow optimization in white space environments.
• Multilingual communication skills (English/Spanish) are a plus.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project coordination or program management, preferably in HVAC, cooling systems, or data center infrastructure.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing customer-facing technical projects.