electrical project manager.davenport, iowaposted august 5, 2026 job detailssummary$110,000 - $150,000 per yearpermanentbachelor degreecategorycomputer and mathematical occupations reference 1110028 job details job summary: Leading producer seeks an Electrical Project Engineer / Manager to oversee electrical and automation projects. You will be responsible for managing the electrical / automation side of capital projects, so you should have experience doing so in a manufacturing setting. Relocation assistance and competitive pay / benefits. Unique opportunity to be part of the exciting future of a large organization! No visa sponsorship available now or in the future.

location:

Davenport, Iowa job type: Permanent salary: $110,000 - 150,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities:

Project Leadership:

Serve as the team lead for the automation and process control portion of large capital projects, coordinating resources from internal teams and external contractors.

Capital Project Management:

Manage all phases of the project lifecycle, including scope definition, budget management, timeline development, and risk mitigation for projects ranging from 6 months to 3 years.

Technical Oversight:

Provide technical guidance and oversight on control system technologies, including PLCs, HMIs, and associated network architectures. Experience with legacy and modern control platforms is highly valued.

System Integration:

Oversee the integration of new control systems with existing plant infrastructure and process equipment. While direct PLC programming is not a core requirement, a strong understanding of controls engineering principles is essential to effectively manage and guide project teams.

requirements:

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent experience or lesser degrees to be considered.7+ yrs' experience managing the electrical / automation side of capital projects within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environmentExcellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills to effectively manage internal and external stakeholdersExperience in a production / manufacturing environment required (this is not a construction role) benefits: Direct-hire role with full benefitsAnnual bonusGenerous retirement planHealthcare, PTO, paid holidays, etcCareer growth and increased earning potentialRelocation assistanceNo travel!

qualifications:

Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 7 years of experience

Education:

Bachelors skills: ElectricalProject ManagementIndustrial automationCapital projects CAPEXOperational technologyLevel 1 automationPower distributionHigh voltage

PLCs Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.