At TÜV SÜD Group we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD Group.
Junior Project Manager
Location: United States
Business Unit: Product Services
Work Model: Onsite/Hybrid based on business needs
Employment Type: Full-Time
Your Tasks
As a Junior Project Manager, you will provide project coordination and administrative support for technical testing and certification services, including Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Electrical Safety, Wireless, Cybersecurity, and related laboratory activities. Working closely with Project Managers, Technical Leads, and engineering teams, you will help ensure projects are completed efficiently, accurately, and on schedule.
- Coordinate project activities and monitor progress against established schedules and milestones.
- Maintain project schedules, tracking tools, and internal project management systems.
- Support customer communications by providing project updates, responding to documentation requests, and coordinating completion schedules.
- Facilitate communication between customers, engineers, technical leads, laboratory personnel, and project stakeholders.
- Assist with project setup, scope verification, invoicing, quotations, purchase orders, and project close-out activities.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, records, and administrative information throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support workload coordination and resource planning activities across technical teams.
- Assist with calibration scheduling, vendor coordination, supply ordering, and other operational support activities.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and support implementation of standardized project management practices.
Your Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- 0 to 2 years of experience in project coordination, project administration, customer service, laboratory operations, or a technical support environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
- Customer-focused mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new processes and technologies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship, cooperative education, or entry-level experience within engineering, laboratory, testing, certification, or project management environments.
- Experience working in a regulated testing, inspection, or certification environment.
- Familiarity with project management software, ERP systems, or business management tools.
- Experience supporting engineers, project managers, or technical teams.
- Understanding of laboratory operations, testing services, or certification processes.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to build a career with a globally recognized leader in testing, inspection, and certification services.
- Hands-on exposure to technical projects across multiple industries and technologies.
- Collaboration with experienced project managers, engineers, and technical experts.
- Professional development, training, and career advancement opportunities.
- Exposure to project management methodologies and operational best practices.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- A culture focused on innovation, quality, teamwork, and customer success.
Additional Information
Work Model: Onsite/Hybrid based on business needs
Location: United States
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is $60,000 - $75,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity.
The compensation package may also include an annual incentive opportunity, subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.
Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 2 weeks for other parents, health plans (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability coverage, employee assistance programs, and generous paid time off.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and grow professionally.
TÜV SÜD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran
TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.