Project Manager

Axis Automation is looking for a career-oriented Project Manager to join a dynamic, tight-knit team creating custom factory automation equipment. Our team has decades of automation experience, spanning hundreds of projects and thousands of automation configurations. We're a company with big ambitions - plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement! Position Description: The Project Manager is responsible for execution of automation projects from award kickoff through closure, with significant responsibilities including customer support, performance relative to schedule and cost objectives, and scope tracking. Duties include but are not limited to: Follow active equipment projects from customer order through completionAssess project issues and identify solutions to meet customer, quality and cost goalsAbility to review project requirements and identify scope changesExecute to various customer milestones and coordinate all relevant necessary resourcesInteract with suppliers and cross functional team members from Engineering, Supply Chain, Project Management and Manufacturing to solicit input establishing project proposalsLead, coach and motivate project team members on a proactive basisPreparation and communication of project status meetings and escalation of critical issues.Professional management of customer relationship and requestsReal-time communication with Axis departments on project developmentsAssist in supporting other company-wide projects and departments as neededDevelop tools and best practices for project management and executionComplete “lessons learned” evaluations to help improve on future projectsTravel to support project milestones, meet customers, and support occasional proposal activitiesChampion Our Operating Principles: You will be expected to actively embody and uphold our ten Operating Principles, which guide us in every action and decision at Axis Automation. These principles are key to our culture and success. Education And Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in engineering field or significant experience directly managing engineering-based projects4+ years of experience in automation or engineering services industry2+ years of experience in Project Management with budget responsibilityExperience with tool design and welding applications preferredComprehensive understanding of Project Management best practices and processesProficiency utilizing common project management tools (Microsoft Teams, Excel, timeline tracking, etc)Financial and analytical aptitudeAbility to stay highly organized and balance multiple tasks simultaneouslyAttention to detailRisk management and proactive mitigation planningWillingness to travel up to 10% - 20% annually Estimated Total Compensation: $100,000 - $125,000 per year Benefits: Axis offers a comprehensive benefits package with no waiting period.