Automation Projects Lead (PLC, HMI, SCADA)

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc.; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 128,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage (100% paid)

HSA contributions

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Incentives

Paid time off + holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. is seeking a Project Manager- Automation in Eagan, MN to lead full lifecycle automation projects, from kickoff to handover. You’ll coordinate PLC, HMI, and SCADA initiatives, manage budgets, and maintain strong customer relationships in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 5–7+ years of automation project experience, a related bachelor’s degree, and travel up to 30%. Join a team that delivers state-of-the-art automation and energy solutions across diverse

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience managing automation projects involving PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong understanding of industrial control system architecture, panel design, and field instrumentation.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with ISA, NFPA, and UL508A.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of automation projects from kickoff through execution, testing, and final handover.
• Serve as the technical-facing project leader for customer engineers, plant personnel, and decision-makers.
• Translate customer requirements and control narratives into actionable scopes and detailed project plans.
• Coordinate engineering resources, procurement, and subcontractors to meet project goals.
• Conduct internal and customer-facing project reviews to track progress, manage risk, and resolve issues.
• Support design reviews, panel builds, software development timelines, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and act as a trusted advisor throughout the project.
• Collaborate with sales and engineering during pre-project planning and post-project lessons learned.
• Lead status meetings, track milestones, manage budgets and financials, and process change orders.
• Ensure all projects meet quality standards, safety protocols, and customer expectations.
• Support onsite commissioning activities as needed, including travel to customer facilities.

Skills

Automation project management

PLC

HMI

SCADA

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Industrial Automation

Job description

Knobelsdorff Electric Inc. is seeking a Project Manager- Automation in Eagan, MN to lead full lifecycle automation projects, from kickoff to handover. You’ll coordinate PLC, HMI, and SCADA initiatives, manage budgets, and maintain strong customer relationships in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 5–7+ years of automation project experience, a related bachelor’s degree, and travel up to 30%. Join a team that delivers state-of-the-art automation and energy solutions across diverse