Automation Project Manager - Custom Machinery & Robotics

Engtal; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Engtal is seeking an experienced Project Manager in the Van Wert area to lead custom automation and machine-building projects from kickoff to completion. You will coordinate across mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing and other internal teams while serving as the primary contact for customers.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of PM experience in industrial automation or similar environments, with a proven ability to manage budgets, schedules and scope, and to lead cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Project Management experience in industrial automation or custom machinery.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, scope and quality.
• Strong customer-facing skills and ability to manage expectations.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams; good leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead custom automation projects from initiation through completion.
• Own project budgets, schedules, milestones and execution.
• Serve as primary customer contact and manage expectations.
• Coordinate across engineering, manufacturing, vendors and other stakeholders to keep projects moving.
• Track expenses, forecasts and identify potential financial risks.
• Maintain project timelines and address delays.
• Lead project meetings with clear progress updates and next steps.
• Develop mitigation plans for identified risks and maintain documentation.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Customer liaison

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Risk management

Scheduling

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

Engtal is seeking an experienced Project Manager in the Van Wert area to lead custom automation and machine-building projects from kickoff to completion. You will coordinate across mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing and other internal teams while serving as the primary contact for customers.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of PM experience in industrial automation or similar environments, with a proven ability to manage budgets, schedules and scope, and to lead cross-functional teams