Project Engineer - Automation (Multiple Openings)

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Excellent benefits (medical, dental, 6

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

engineering development programs

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) seeks an Engineering Project Manager to support our Mechanical and Automation Engineering teams in Pullman, WA.

You will coordinate cross-functional projects across manufacturing, automation, and facility initiatives, driving planning, scheduling, and execution with stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions. The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering leadership, risk management, and budget oversight, enabling safe, reliable, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating technical projects from initiation through implementation.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Working knowledge of Agile project management principles and practices.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication, including documentation.
• Quick to learn new skills and open to taking on new responsibilities.
• Works well in team environments.
• Must pass a background check and drug test per SEL requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support Mechanical and Automation Engineering teams across multiple locations.
• Plan, coordinate, problem-solve, and communicate with stakeholders to drive projects from concept to closeout.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Mechanical, Automation, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain and R&D.
• Identify risks, manage schedules and budgets, and provide project visibility to leadership.
• Enable engineers to deliver safe, reliable, and scalable solutions in manufacturing and automation.

Job description

Engineering Project Manager SEL is looking for a driven, people-oriented Engineering Project Manager to support our Mechanical and Automation Engineering teams in Pullman, WA; Lewiston, ID; Moscow, ID; Nampa, ID; and Post Falls, ID. Our team develops and integrates manufacturing processes, automation systems, and engineering solutions that enable SEL to build products in a safer, more reliable, and more economical way. As an Engineering Project Manager, your day-to-day is a blend of planning, coordination, problem-solving, and working directly with engineering teams and stakeholders across the organization. You'll partner closely with Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D teams to drive projects from concept through implementation and closeout. You'll help lead initiatives ranging from process improvements and manufacturing automation deployments to robotics integration, capital equipment installations, and factory optimization efforts. Success in this role requires building strong relationships, aligning cross-functional teams around shared objectives, and removing obstacles that prevent projects from moving forward. As a trusted partner to engineering leadership, you'll help translate strategic objectives into executable project plans, providing the structure, coordination, and visibility necessary for teams to successfully deliver high-impact solutions. While you won't be responsible for designing automation systems yourself, you'll play a critical role in enabling engineers and technical teams to deliver solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational scalability. Whether coordinating resources, managing schedules and budgets, facilitating project reviews, identifying risks, or communicating with stakeholders, you'll be instrumental in ensuring engineering projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with lasting impact. The ideal candidate enjoys working with technical teams and helping complex projects succeed. They are organized, proactive, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities while supporting engineers, technicians, operations personnel, suppliers, and leadership teams. They have experience managing projects in manufacturing, automation, or industrial environments and can effectively bring together diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating technical projects from initiation through implementation.
• Experience managing project schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Working knowledge of Agile project management principles and practices.
• Clear and effective communication skillswritten, verbal, and documentation
• Quick to learn new skills and open to taking on new responsibilities
• Works well in team environments
• Must pass a background check and drug test per SEL requirements

Preferred Qualifications

We'd love to see someone with a PMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, or similar project management certification, along with a bachelor's degree in Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field. Experience managing engineering, automation, or product development projects is highly desirable, particularly within manufacturing or industrial environments. Experience using Power BI to develop dashboards, reports, and data visualizations that support informed business decisions is also highly desirable. Location: Pullman, WA This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area. Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

• We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range

$99,500 - $130,000 annually We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Project Manager II level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly. Project Manager I: $34.42 $43.00 per hour Project Manager II: $44.33 $47.59 per hour Project Manager III: $99,500 $130,000 annually Communication with Applicants We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [e-mail]. SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.