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Automation Project Manager
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What they do
A Project Manager manages work on projects with a defined scope, start and completion point. Leads project teams, manages project budgets and schedules; manages contractors and communications with stakeholders. May manage projects in construction, information technology or in other industries.
$101,154 / year median in Wisconsin
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Experience:
Mid Level Salary:
$120,000
•$140,000 per year Job Details
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Key Responsibilities:
Manage project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and customer expectations Serve as the primary point of contact between customers and internal engineering/manufacturing teams Coordinate mechanical design, controls engineering, fabrication, assembly, and system startup activities Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and recovery plans as needed Monitor project costs, margins, labor utilization, and supplier/vendor performance Handle project changes, scope adjustments, and contract-related discussions Lead regular project review meetings and drive issue resolution
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred Experience managing custom machine build, automation, manufacturing, or industrial engineering projects Strong understanding of mechanical systems, tooling, controls, pneumatics, and manufacturing processes Experience working directly with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams Familiarity with welding, packaging, assembly, or automated production equipment is a plus Proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Project, and CAD/SolidWorks Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Travel:
Approximately 15% travel to customer and supplier facilities as needed A bit about us:
•We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead custom automation and machine build projects from kickoff through delivery. This role is responsible for managing project scope, schedules, budgets, customer communication, and cross-functional engineering/manufacturing activities to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have experience in industrial automation, custom machinery, manufacturing engineering, or machine design/build environments, with the ability to oversee mechanical design, controls integration, fabrication, assembly, and system implementation activities. Why join us?
•Competitive Base Salary Equity in the company Flexible Work Schedules Accelerated Career Growth #engineering #controls #project-management #robotics #fanuc #machine-design #controls-design #automated-machinery #custom-equipment #laser-welding-processes #design-of-machinery-and-automation-systems #tier4
Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedules