Automation Project Lead – Custom Machinery

Genuine Search Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Performance bonus opportunities

Job summary

Genuine Search Group in Milwaukee seeks an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead custom automation projects from concept through installation and customer acceptance. The role requires a strong mechanical engineering background and hands-on experience with automated equipment.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage schedules and budgets, liaise with customers, and drive continuous improvement in project execution to meet quality and delivery targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant experience.
• 3+ years of project management or project execution experience in custom automation, special machinery, or industrial equipment.
• Strong background in automated machinery and manufacturing systems.
• Experience managing projects involving mechanical, electrical, controls, and integration disciplines.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of machine design, fabrication, assembly, and commissioning processes.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage custom automation projects from kickoff through final commissioning and customer sign-off.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout project execution.
• Coordinate internal engineering, manufacturing, assembly, controls, purchasing, and field service teams.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, milestones, and resource plans.
• Conduct project review meetings and provide regular status updates to leadership and customers.
• Review engineering designs and ensure technical requirements are met.
• Manage project scope, change orders, risk mitigation, and issue resolution.
• Support mechanical design reviews and collaborate with engineering teams on manufacturability and system performance.
• Coordinate machine build activities, FAT/SAT activities, installation, and startup support.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to customer quality expectations
• Maintain documentation including schedules, meeting notes, action items, and project reports
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution processes and communication.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Automation

Cross-functional leadership

Scheduling

Budget management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling tools

Job description

Genuine Search Group in Milwaukee seeks an experienced Engineering Project Manager to lead custom automation projects from concept through installation and customer acceptance. The role requires a strong mechanical engineering background and hands-on experience with automated equipment.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage schedules and budgets, liaise with customers, and drive continuous improvement in project execution to meet quality and delivery targets.