Automation Project Manager (Associate) – Global Travel

Thermo Systems LLC.; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Technical training

Credential support

Exposure to complex automation

Job summary

Thermo Systems LLC is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support automation and control system projects from execution through commissioning and closeout. Working under a Project Manager, you will help coordinate execution, maintain controls, and ensure schedule, quality, and budget adherence.

This early-career role requires collaboration with engineering, procurement, fabrication, software, and field teams, providing a valuable growth path in complex industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or related field.
• 0–3+ years of experience supporting project delivery in industrial/automation environments.
• Exposure to structured project execution methods and lifecycle practices.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned projects from execution start through commissioning and closeout.
• Assist with development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, procurement, fabrication, software, and field teams.
• Track risks, issues, and change orders with proper documentation.
• Support installation, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities including readiness checklists.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, and gate deliverables.
• Maintain accurate project records and reporting using PM tools.
• Support estimation, forecasting, and project performance tracking.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams, customers, and trade partners.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align scope, schedule, and deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Risk management

Change control

Automation familiarity

Team coordination

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Communication

Prioritization

Problem-solving

Quality & safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/PM/Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Thermo Systems LLC is seeking an Associate Project Manager to support automation and control system projects from execution through commissioning and closeout. Working under a Project Manager, you will help coordinate execution, maintain controls, and ensure schedule, quality, and budget adherence.

This early-career role requires collaboration with engineering, procurement, fabrication, software, and field teams, providing a valuable growth path in complex industrial environments.