Project Manager

DS Automotion LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DS Automotion LLC in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a Project Engineer to support automated material handling projects involving AGVs and AMRs. You will coordinate planning, execution, and delivery with cross-functional teams and customers, ensuring schedules, scope, and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in industrial/manufacturing engineering, excellent organizational and communication skills, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, industrial, or manufacturing engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or systems engineering.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and facility layouts.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Support projects from planning through installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Assist with schedules, technical documentation, resource coordination, and deliverables.
• Act as liaison between customers, project management, engineering teams, and internal departments.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to meet requirements.
• Support installation, startup, testing, and commissioning at customer sites.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications and monitor project milestones.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Technical coordination

Organization

Communication

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

DS Automotion is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our growing U.S. team in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

The Project Engineer will support the planning, coordination, execution, and successful delivery of automated material handling projects involving Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs).

This position works closely with project management, engineering, manufacturing, and customers to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within scope, and in accordance with technical, quality, and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent organizational skills, and experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing automation, material handling, or related engineering environments.

This is an onsite position with occasional domestic and international travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects from initial planning and kickoff through installation, commissioning, and final customer handover.
• Assist with project schedules, technical documentation, resource coordination, and project deliverables.
• Serve as a technical liaison between customers, project management, engineering teams, and other internal departments.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to ensure project requirements are understood and executed.
• Support the planning and coordination of equipment installation, system startup, testing, and commissioning at customer facilities.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, facility layouts, and project documentation.
• Assist in identifying technical challenges, evaluating solutions, and resolving project-related issues.
• Monitor project milestones, track progress, identify potential risks, and communicate updates to management.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to ensure technical requirements and project expectations are met.
• Ensure projects follow established company procedures, quality requirements, and applicable safety standards.
• Coordinate with DS Automotion's parent company in Austria regarding technical specifications, engineering requirements, and project-related activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project execution, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical role.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and facility layouts.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical coordination skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams, management, and customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with engineering software.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as project needs require.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with industrial automation, robotics, automated material handling systems, AGVs, or AMRs.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar engineering design software.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, facility layouts, material flow, or production systems.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment, electrical systems, or industrial control systems.
• Experience supporting equipment installation, system integration, startup, or commissioning.
• Previous experience coordinating technical projects with customers, suppliers, or international engineering teams.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and manufacturing environments.
• Full-time, onsite position based in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
• Work performed in office, manufacturing, and customer facility environments.
• Occasional domestic and international travel based on project requirements.
• Collaboration with engineering and project teams in the United States and Austria.
• Why Join DS Automotion?
• Work with innovative AGV and AMR technology in the growing industrial automation industry.
• Participate in engineering projects for major manufacturing and industrial customers.
• Collaborate with experienced international engineering teams.
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced automation and material-handling solutions.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career growth within an expanding U.S. organization.
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Work Location: Auburn Hills, MI — Onsite