Lead Project Manager – Automation & Packaging Systems

Hunter Savage; Leinster; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Irish-owned specialist in packaging systems seeks a Project Manager for Automation & Packaging Systems based in North Dublin. This role involves leading automation projects, overseeing a small team, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate will have an engineering background, experience with automation systems, and strong coordination skills. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with automation systems, conveyors, robotics, or bespoke machinery.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Comfortable leading small teams and liaising with clients and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage automation projects from design through to commissioning and handover.
• Plan and coordinate workloads for a small team of designers and installation engineers.
• Liaise with clients throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring delivery to agreed scope and timescales.

Skills

Engineering background (Electrical, Automation, Mechanical or similar)

Experience with automation systems

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Experience in managing multiple priorities

Education

NFQ Level 7+ qualification in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

PLC

SCADA

HMI systems

Job description

A growing Irish-owned specialist in packaging systems seeks a Project Manager for Automation & Packaging Systems based in North Dublin. This role involves leading automation projects, overseeing a small team, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate will have an engineering background, experience with automation systems, and strong coordination skills. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement.