Automation Project Manager (Industrial Automation)

TL;DR

Automation Project Manager (Industrial Automation): Leading the design and build process for large-scale manufacturing automation projects with an accent on project scope, budget management, and customer relationship facilitation. Focus on coordinating between assembly plants and integrators, managing critical path analysis, and driving the resolution of complex technical issues.

Location: On-site in Novi, MI

Company

hirify.global is partnering with a world-leading automation company specializing in groundbreaking manufacturing technologies.

What you will do

• Provide leadership for project scope, risk, timing, cost, and quality.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers, facilitating the design and build process and ensuring satisfaction.
• Manage project budgets, track purchases across departments, and create RFQs.
• Develop milestone timelines and manage detailed issues lists to drive resolution.
• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and manage shipping arrangements.
• Report status updates to internal teams and share best practices after project completion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation or the engineering services industry.
• 5+ years of experience in Project Management.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, critical path analysis, and change management.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, including domestic and international travel.

Nice to have

• PMP certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Work for an award-winning employer recognized as one of the "World's Most Admired Companies".
• Empowered, inventive, and inclusive team environment.
• Opportunities for future training to broaden professional skills.
• Collaborative culture focusing on excellence, respect, and driving industry innovation.