R&D Project Manager, Cooper Lighting Solutions

Job Title

R&D Project Manager, Cooper Lighting Solutions

Job Description

We are

Cooper Lighting Solutions. We build forward-thinking lighting solutions that make people’s lives safer, while making buildings, homes and cities smarter and more sustainable. We deliver an industry-leading portfolio of indoor and outdoor lighting, lighting controls and smart lighting systems.

Cooper Lighting Solutions is a business unit of Signify, the world leader in lighting. Together we have a shared purpose to unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to diversity and inclusion creates an environment that allows you to build your skills and career. Together, we’re transforming our industry.

Your opportunity

We’re looking for an R&D Project Manager to join our Connected Residential team in Peachtree City, GA. You’ll be responsible for driving the development and implementation of lighting fixtures and connected lighting projects that enable the world of IoT.  The nature of the projects you will be involved with supporting are mechanical, electrical, software, testing, and regulatory compliance. 

We’re on the lookout for forward-thinking innovators with a passion for sustainability. If you match this description, get in touch!

What you’ll do

• Work with a cross functional team to manage programs from concept to commercial execution and transfer products from new manufacturing locations.

• Collaborates closely with project stakeholders and cross-functional teams to document project scope and objectives.

• Integrate business, marketing and technology elements to create a cohesive project vision and team charter.

• Coordinates with core teams to maintain a project plan aligned with the stage gate product development process.

• Manages project and product definition activities related to marketing and/or technical requirements.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or related discipline

• 3+ years of work experience in program management or engineering team management of new mechanical/electrical product development and market introductions

• Proficient with project/program management tools such as MS Project and/or other bug tracking applications

• Proven track record of managing new product development through a stage gate process

• Strong leader with excellent communication, organizational and people skills and successful working with cross functional groups

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future company sponsorship needs.

Our candidate profile is just a guide. We know that many talented people only apply for jobs when there is an exact match. If you don't fit all the criteria but believe this role is for you, we would very much like to hear from you.

What you’ll get in return…

We’re offering multiple opportunities for career development, like mentoring, coaching and stretch assignments, with strong international exposure for dynamic profiles. Learning is fundamental to our culture. Through continuous learning, we are transforming the industry. You have the chance to learn every day, acquire new skills and perspectives through customized online programs, and on-the-job experiences.

• Salary: $100,100 - 146,763

• Bonus:  target bonus opportunity - 10%

• Benefits Overview:  Company subsidized benefits plan offerings that include Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, 401K retirement plan with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays/personal days, tuition reimbursement and products discounts. Ability to purchase supplemental benefits that include supplemental life insurance, dependent life insurance, vision insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance, health care flexible spending account and dependent care flexible spending account

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