Automation Projects Lead — Custom Machinery

Genuine Search Group; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Genuine Search Group seeks an Engineering Project Manager to lead custom automation projects from concept to installation and customer acceptance. A strong mechanical engineering background and hands-on experience with automated equipment are essential to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage schedules, budgets, and customer expectations.

The ideal candidate will drive project execution, review designs for manufacturability, and ensure successful commissioning, FAT/SAT, and ongoing

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

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

MS Office

Scheduling tools

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Automation systems

Microsoft Project

ERP systems

Job description

Genuine Search Group seeks an Engineering Project Manager to lead custom automation projects from concept to installation and customer acceptance. A strong mechanical engineering background and hands-on experience with automated equipment are essential to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage schedules, budgets, and customer expectations.

The ideal candidate will drive project execution, review designs for manufacturability, and ensure successful commissioning, FAT/SAT, and ongoing