Project Manager

Engtal; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Engtal is seeking an experienced Project Manager in the Van Wert area to lead custom automation and machine-building projects from kickoff to completion. You will coordinate across mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing and other internal teams while serving as the primary contact for customers.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of PM experience in industrial automation or similar environments, with a proven ability to manage budgets, schedules and scope, and to lead cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Project Management experience in industrial automation or custom machinery.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, scope and quality.
• Strong customer-facing skills and ability to manage expectations.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams; good leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead custom automation projects from initiation through completion.
• Own project budgets, schedules, milestones and execution.
• Serve as primary customer contact and manage expectations.
• Coordinate across engineering, manufacturing, vendors and other stakeholders to keep projects moving.
• Track expenses, forecasts and identify potential financial risks.
• Maintain project timelines and address delays.
• Lead project meetings with clear progress updates and next steps.
• Develop mitigation plans for identified risks and maintain documentation.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Customer liaison

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Risk management

Scheduling

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

I’m working with a growing custom automation and machine-building company in the Van Wert area that is looking to add an experienced Project Manager to its team.

They design and build custom automated equipment and robotic systems for manufacturers, and this person will take ownership of projects from kickoff through completion - working directly with customers and coordinating across mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing and other internal teams to keep everything moving.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead custom automation projects from initiation through completion
• Own project budgets, schedules, milestones and overall project execution
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project
• Manage customer expectations, project changes and scope creep
• Track project expenses and forecasts and identify potential financial risks
• Build and maintain project timelines, monitor progress and address delays
• Coordinate across engineering, manufacturing, vendors and other project stakeholders
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication around progress, risks, issues and next steps
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans
• Maintain project documentation, work breakdown structures, issue/RAIL lists and reporting
• Make sure projects are delivered on time, within scope, within budget and to customer quality expectations
• Support continuous improvement of project processes and execution

What they’re looking for:

• 3-7+ years of Project Management experience, ideally within industrial automation, custom machinery, manufacturing or another industrial solutions environment
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, scope and quality
• Strong customer-facing experience and the ability to manage expectations throughout a project
• Experience leading and coordinating cross-functional technical teams
• Strong problem-solving, communication, negotiation and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt as project requirements change
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools
• General technical understanding of mechanical engineering, tooling/machining, electrical controls/automation and machine-building practices

Nice to have:

• Previous experience with a custom automation integrator or machine builder
• Experience managing engineered-to-order equipment or machinery projects
• Exposure to robotic systems, automated manufacturing equipment and/or controls
• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification