Automation Project Manager

About the role

Join a team that plays a key role in delivering automation solutions supporting critical capital projects. The Automation team in West Allis, Wisconsin collaborates across functions to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of automation for manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for automation-related project activities
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and resource plans
• Define project scope and create clear work packages for external vendors
• Drive change management processes throughout project execution
• Document project activities including meeting minutes, plans, and agreements
• Ensure schedule adherence across internal teams, vendors, and user groups
• Provide regular updates and progress reports to the overall project manager

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc. or M.Sc.) in a relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in project management or automation
• Strong project management capabilities including scope, schedule, and resource planning
• Experience developing functional design specifications
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Prioritization and ability to take ownership and drive results

Core Competencies

• Result-oriented with a proactive mindset
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Clear and confident communicator
• Ability to lead and act as a site automation lead during project execution

Additional Skills & Interests

• Experience with Studio 5000 or Aveva systems
• Knowledge of ISA-88 and batch systems
• Experience with object-oriented programming
• Background in automation engineering

What We Offer

• Work on complex and meaningful automation projects
• Collaborate with diverse teams across functions and locations
• Develop your technical and project management capabilities
• Contribute to a culture focused on continuous improvement and innovation

Ways of Working

• Primarily office-based in West Allis, Wisconsin, with occasional flexibility to work from home when needed
• On-site presence is expected most of the time
• Approximately 10% travel required

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected base salary range: $110,000 – $135,000 based on experience
• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
• Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
• Healthcare savings account option
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Relevant Information

Application deadline: 7/21/26