Program Manager - R&D

4 Months ago • 4 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

Fluence is seeking a Program Manager - R&D to lead and manage complex programs within the company. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in program or project management, preferably in the energy industry. Proven track record of successfully delivering complex programs on time and within budget is a must. Strong understanding of program management methodologies and tools (Agile) is also required.
Must have:
  • Program Management
  • Energy Industry
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Complex Programs
Good to have:
  • Power Conversion
  • Renewable Energy
  • EV Industries
  • Jira/Atlassian
Perks:
  • Hybrid Work
  • Global Leader

Job Details

About Fluence: 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.
 
OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

We are Leading
Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

We are Responsible
Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.

We are Agile
We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We are Fun
We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days a week) in the Houston office (Energy Corridor)

In this role you will work hand in hand with really smart and experienced development engineers and product managers. You will be planning and ensuring your product development program stays on track and on budget. You will be exposed to the Executive Leadership when presenting the status of your programs and proposing trade-offs for course correction.
As a program manager, you’ll analyze your programs with a broad view of the activities being developed by different cross-functional teams. Your primary responsibility is to ensure that milestones in you program are agreed and understood by the team members assigned to your program by their functional leads, in order to guarantee program execution and new product/feature delivery.
You can think of yourself as a “meta-project manager,” strategically and simultaneously orchestrating all program’s intertwined projects being developed by different teams resulting in a deliverable product to our customers. 
Lead and manage complex programs within Fluence, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and operations, to define program objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and budgets, tracking progress and ensuring adherence to timelines and financial targets.
Identify and mitigate risks, proactively resolving issues to keep programs on track.
Foster effective communication and collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and partners.
Provide regular program updates and reports to executive leadership, highlighting achievements, challenges, and proposed solutions.
Drive continuous improvement in program management processes and methodologies.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards.

What does a Program Manager do at Fluence?

    • In this role you will work hand in hand with really smart and experienced development engineers and product managers. You will be planning and ensuring your product development program stays on track and on budget. You will be exposed to the Executive Leadership when presenting the status of your programs and proposing trade-offs for course correction.
    • As a program manager, you’ll analyze your programs with a broad view of the activities being developed by different cross-functional teams. Your primary responsibility is to ensure that milestones in you program are agreed and understood by the team members assigned to your program by their functional leads, in order to guarantee program execution and new product/feature delivery.
    • You can think of yourself as a “meta-project manager,” strategically and simultaneously orchestrating all program’s intertwined projects being developed by different teams resulting in a deliverable product to our customers. 
    • Lead and manage complex programs within Fluence, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and operations, to define program objectives, milestones, and deliverables.
    • Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and budgets, tracking progress and ensuring adherence to timelines and financial targets.
    • Identify and mitigate risks, proactively resolving issues to keep programs on track.
    • Foster effective communication and collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and partners.
    • Provide regular program updates and reports to executive leadership, highlighting achievements, challenges, and proposed solutions.
    • Drive continuous improvement in program management processes and methodologies.
    • Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards.

What does the ideal candidate look like?

    • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
    • Minimum of 4 years of experience in program or project management, preferably in the energy industry.
    • Proven track record of successfully delivering complex programs on time and within budget.
    • Strong understanding of program management methodologies and tools (Agile).
    • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams.
    • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
    • Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
    • Self-motivated, proactive, and results oriented.
    • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
    • Proficiency in business presentation preparation and analytics tools expertise (Excel).
    • PMI certification or proven track record of best practices in program management for product development desired
    • Experience with Power Conversion Systems (inverters) within the Renewable Energy or EV industries desired
    • Exposed to Agile and cross knowledge of Jira/Atlassian, NetSuite, SalesForce, MS Project desired

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status. 

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