Automation Project Manager

Job Juncture; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Profit sharing

401(k) with Company Match

Medical

Vision

Job summary

ProSearch Recruiting Partners, an independent franchise of MRINetwork, seeks a Project Manager to oversee full-cycle material handling automation projects. Developmental role with mentorship from senior managers, offering cross-functional collaboration with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

The successful candidate will have a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree and 3 years of hands-on project experience, with strong AutoCAD/EPLAN/MS Office skills to support layouts, budgeting,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 3 years of hands-on experience in industrial material handling or automation project work.
• Strong understanding of AMHS system architecture and functionality.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing material handling automation projects from concept through completion.
• Support development of project layouts using AutoCAD while considering safety, quality, and functionality.
• Coordinate design and layout details with customers, suppliers, and internal engineering teams.
• Gather and analyze project data to guide engineering, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve issues during planning and installation phases.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and coordinate technical needs.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation throughout the life cycle and support vendor selection through bids and quotes.
• Review project specifications, RFQs, and technical documentation; monitor installation schedules.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

MS Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Openings in: Kansas City, Phoenix, Dallas, & Boise

ProSearch Recruiting Partners, an independent franchise of the MRINetwork, hires for leaders in high-precision, state-of-the-art fabrication, automation, and material handling machinery. An industry-leading OEM is hiring for a Project Manager to support the full-cycle execution of new and existing material handling automation projects. This is a developmental role that offers mentorship from experienced project and engineering managers.

The Project Manager will be responsible for the following day-to-day activities:

• Assist with managing material handling automation projects from concept through completion.
• Support development of project layouts using AutoCAD while considering safety, quality, and functionality.
• Work with customers, suppliers, and internal engineering teams to coordinate design and layout details.
• Gather and analyze project data to guide engineering, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve issues during planning and installation phases.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and coordinate technical needs.
• Implement project scope of work and maintain up-to-date documentation throughout the life cycle.
• Support vendor selection through competitive bids and quote reviews.
• Review and prepare project specifications, RFQs, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate installation schedules and monitor site progress and quality.
• Contribute to project closeout by ensuring final documentation, manuals, and deliverables are completed and delivered.

The Project Manager will excel with:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 3 years of hands‑on experience in industrial material handling or automation project work
• Strong understanding of AMHS system architecture and functionality
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications
• Proficiency in E Plan, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite (MS Project a must)
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with cross‑functional teams and customers
• Ability to manage time effectively, multitask, and stay calm under pressure
• Comfort presenting updates to teams, customers, and stakeholders
• Professional presence in meetings with clients, vendors, and project teams

The Project Manager will be rewarded with:

• Salary Pay: $80000.00 - $97000.00 Salary/year
• Bonus Potential
• Profit share
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical
• Vision

Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

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