Project Manager

TruNorth Automation; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company in White Bear Lake is seeking a Mid-Senior level Project Manager. In this role, you will drive custom automation projects, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure effective communication with customers. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 5 years of technical experience in automation project work. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required, and knowledge of Solidworks and PLC programming is preferred. This position offers a full-time contract within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ technical experience in automation project work.
• US Citizen or qualified to work for any employer in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Drive custom automation projects from time-of-order through install.
• Manage project scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Provide primary customer communications and lend technical advisement.

Skills

Ownership and accountability

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Technical problem solving

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related engineering field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Solidworks

PLC programming

Job description

TruNorth Project Managers play a critical role in helping drive custom automation projects from time-of-order through install. Working within teams of engineers & technicians, the PM is responsible for primary customer communications, managing project scope/schedules/budgets, planning labor requirements, lending technical advisement & expertise, and doing whatever it takes to ensure our commitments to customers are being met.

Guidelines for Success

• High level of ownership & accountability for self & project team members
• Excellent communication skills over a broad audience
• Strong organizational skills & ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Willingness to participate in technical problem solving
• Leadership skills and commitment to personal & company growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related engineering field
• 5+ years’ technical experience in automation project work
• Proficiency with Microsoft office or other scheduling software
• Knowledge of Solidworks, PLC programming, or equipment design preferred
• US Citizen or qualified to work for any employer in the United States

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Project Management and Engineering

Industries

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing