Launchpad: Associate Project Manager, Intralogistics Automation

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is seeking an Associate Project Manager to develop into a full Project Manager for complex material handling automation projects. The role provides structured mentoring, field assignments and increasing responsibility across planning, execution, commissioning and customer relationships.

Travel-intensive field assignments (up to 80%) across U.S. sites accelerate learning, with relocation options in the early years.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• 0–3 years of project coordination/engineering experience in automation environments.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting and risk management for automation projects.
• Coordinate among engineering, software, operations, procurement, installation teams, suppliers and customers.
• Support project controls, safety compliance and financial reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

PM/Construction/Operations related degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is seeking an Associate Project Manager to develop into a full Project Manager for complex material handling automation projects. The role provides structured mentoring, field assignments and increasing responsibility across planning, execution, commissioning and customer relationships.

Travel-intensive field assignments (up to 80%) across U.S. sites accelerate learning, with relocation options in the early years.