Automation Project Manager

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead end-to-end automation projects involving mechanical systems, assembly equipment, special purpose machines (SPMs), robotics integration, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing automation solutions.

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• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful project execution.

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• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Quality, Supply Chain, Installation, and Commissioning teams.

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• Serve as the primary customer interface for project planning, technical reviews, progress updates, issue resolution, and change management.

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• Develop project execution plans, work breakdown structures (WBS), resource plans, and milestone tracking mechanisms.

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• Oversee mechanical design reviews and ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

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• Manage procurement and supplier activities for fabricated parts, machined components, bought-out items, tooling, and automation equipment.

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• Monitor project KPIs related to cost, schedule, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

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• Drive project risk management activities and implement mitigation plans for technical and commercial risks.

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• Coordinate manufacturing, assembly, installation, commissioning, and production ramp-up activities.

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• Support machine buyoff activities including Design Reviews, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and customer handover.

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• Ensure adherence to machine safety requirements, ergonomics, manufacturing standards, and applicable regulations.

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• Lead engineering change management and maintain project documentation, BOMs, drawings, and technical records.

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• Support proposal development, project estimation, technical feasibility reviews, and customer discussions.

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• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence principles.

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• Mentor engineering teams and foster a collaborative project environment.

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Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.

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• 5-7 years of experience in industrial automation, manufacturing automation, machine building, special purpose machines (SPMs), tooling, fixtures, or capital equipment projects.

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• Proven experience managing complex mechanical automation projects from concept to commissioning.

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• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, machine design, mechanisms, pneumatics, hydraulics, material handling systems, and industrial equipment.

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• Experience managing fabrication, machining, assembly, installation, and commissioning activities.

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• Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project.

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• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tolerancing, GD&T, DFM/DFA principles, and engineering documentation.

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• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

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• Experience managing multiple projects and suppliers in a fast-paced environment.

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Preferred Qualifications

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• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification.

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• Experience managing robotics integration and automated assembly systems.

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• Knowledge of Industry 4.0, Smart Factory, and Digital Manufacturing initiatives.

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• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, APQP, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

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• Experience managing global suppliers, fabrication vendors, and contract manufacturers.

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• Knowledge of conveyor systems, material handling equipment, lifting systems, tooling, fixtures, and production automation solutions.

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