Trumpf

Retrofit Project Manager

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerTrumpf
LocationUnited States
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted29 Sep 2026

As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges?

TRUMPF is the world’s leading supplier of lasers and laser systems for industrial use. As Retrofit Project Engineer, you will be working on the latest technology and supply solutions to industries shaping the future, for example, laser systems for battery production for electric vehicles. You will receive extensive training to get started in the position and for continuous development throughout your career. You will be a contributing member in a growing Laser Technology team. In this role you will have overall responsibility for executing customer projects and modifying layouts to meet new standards and specifications. Thus, you will contribute significantly to TRUMPF’s overall success as well as customer satisfaction.

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Duties & Responsibilities

Take over responsibility, process, and execute new customer orders from start to finish
Address customer inquiries appropriately, for example by consulting with a product manager having technical expertise or working with colleagues in Germany
Supervise the overall project progress & milestones, take necessary measures to ensure success
Conduct kick-off and status update meetings if applicable
Collaborate with multiple departments locally and overseas, pull in technical experts and commercial support when useful, e.g. our retrofit teams overseas or our local product managers and application engineers
Communicate with customers about execution status of project, e.g. regarding delivery
Calculate project profitability for customer orders
Maintain good overview of large number of simultaneous projects and keep management informed
Routine travel within North America to support customers will be required. Less than 10% anticipated.
Must maintain Valid Driver’s License
Occasional overnights as needed

Experience & Education

Degree in Engineering, Technical, or Business-related field.
5+ years experience with project management in automotive or industrial manufacturing environment. Familiarity with machine tools, lasers, and/or laser systems preferred.
Certifications in Project Management preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills

Pay & Benefits

Retirement: 401(k) with generous company match

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions and 100% employer-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.

Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan guidance to support your continued learning

Family Support: Paid family and parental leave programs, plus comprehensive reproductive and family health resources

Work-Life Balance: Paid time off available from day one, plus 11 paid company holidays

Income Protection: Company-paid life insurance at two times base salary, along with short- and long-term disability coverage

Additional Programs: Gym membership subsidy, employee referral bonuses, recognition awards, and a scholarship program for employees' children

Pay Range: $63,000 - 103,000

TRUMPF Inc. endeavors to make TRUMPF careers pages accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance in completing the applications process, please contact our HR department at 860.255.6000 or at HRgeneral@us.trumpf.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and can not be used to inquire about the status of application.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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