Automation Program Lead: PLC/SCADA Projects

Knobelsdorff

Eagan (MN)

On-site

USD 128,400 - 144,450

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health and dental coverage
401(k) with competitive company match
Profit sharing and performance-based incentives

Job summary

A leading automation company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial automation projects. The role involves managing PLC, HMI, and SCADA projects, ensuring technical accuracy, and maintaining strong customer communication. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of project management experience and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

  • 5–7 years of experience managing automation projects involving PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
  • Strong understanding of industrial control system architecture, panel design, and field instrumentation.
  • PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the full lifecycle of automation projects from kickoff through execution.
  • Serve as the technical-facing project leader for customer engineers and decision-makers.
  • Coordinate engineering resources, procurement, and subcontractors to meet project goals.

Skills

Automation project management
Technical communication
Organizational skills
Familiarity with ISA, NFPA, and UL508A

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or related field

Job description

A leading automation company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial automation projects. The role involves managing PLC, HMI, and SCADA projects, ensuring technical accuracy, and maintaining strong customer communication. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of project management experience and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
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