Project Manager M/F

HAHN Group GmbH; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA Options

Critical Illness Insurance

Short-term, Long-term Insurance, &

Life Insurance

401K

Vacation/Sick/Holiday

Job summary

HAHN Automation Group in the USA, Hebron, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex equipment projects from initiation to completion. You will coordinate milestones, budgets, and resource plans while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5+ years in project or account management within a technical equipment manufacturer, with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience: 3-5+ years of project or account management experience from within a technical equipment manufacturer
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects of various durations and complexity
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Strong customer service mindset, considering customer needs and concerns in decision-making
• Experience tracking and reporting on project financial management and budget
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of machine design to manage the development of complex equipment
• Ability to identify, communicate, and manage project risks in order to ensure project goals are met
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with project stakeholders to foster collaboration
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management Software, and familiarity with 3D design software—SolidWorks preferred
• A commitment to integrity, ethical and economical practices, and the organization’s mission
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet project requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring milestones, quality standards and agreed objectives are met
• Monitor budget (target vs. actual), manage change orders, ensure financial transparency and profitability contribution
• Plan and control timelines, capacities and resource allocation across project lifecycle in alignment with the functional department management
• Steer customer communication and manage internal/external stakeholders to ensure alignment and satisfaction
• Lead interdisciplinary teams (functional, not disciplinary), align interfaces, support performance reviews and employee development
• Ensure process adherence, occupational safety and contribute to continuous improvement and portfolio development

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering/PM/Business Administration

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

The principal duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Lead and manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring milestones, quality standards and agreed objectives are met
• Monitor budget (target vs. actual), manage change orders, ensure financial transparency and profitability contribution
• Plan and control timelines, capacities and resource allocation across project lifecycle in alignment with the functional department management
• Steer customer communication and manage internal/external stakeholders to ensure alignment and satisfaction
• Lead interdisciplinary teams (functional, not disciplinary), align interfaces, support performance reviews and employee development
• Ensure process adherence, occupational safety and contribute to continuous improvement and portfolio development

Requirements

Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience: 3-5+ years of project or account management experience from within a technical equipment manufacturer

Additional skills:

• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects of various durations and complexity, simultaneously, in an environment where priorities are constantly changing
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to lead and motivate project teams in order to achieve project and overall corporate goals
• Strong customer service mindset, considering customer needs and concerns in decision-making
• Experience tracking and reporting on project financial management and budget
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of machine design to manage the development of complex equipment in a timely fashion
• Ability to identify, communicate, and manage project risks (technical, budget, schedule) in order to ensure project goals are met
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with project stakeholders, both internal and external, to foster collaboration and support
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management Software, and familiarity with 3D design software—SolidWorks preferred
• A commitment to integrity, ethical and economical practices, and the organization’s mission
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet project requirements

Physical and Environmental Requirements

As a member of HAHN Automation Group, applicants must be able to interact safely in a manufacturing environment. This includes:

• Full body mobility with the ability to bend, stoop, climb, and lift or move 25 lbs. of weight
• The ability to walk within restricted areas of the company manufacturing plant
• Professional conduct in regards to hygiene and dress
• The ability to read and prepare business documents as well as conduct business over the telephone in a sometimes-loud environment
• The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The ability to travel to customer, supplier, and/or inter-company sites via vehicle or airplane (both domestic and international)
• Valid driver’s license with driving record of acceptable risk as defined by HAHN Automation Group US’s insurance company
• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States now and in the future without employment visa sponsorship

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Options
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-term, Long-term Insurance, & Life Insurance
• 401K
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday

Job location

USA, Hebron, US

Organisation

The HAHN Automation Group is the global solution partner for factory automation. The company stands for industry-specific know-how, an extensive project portfolio, and a global organization with a focus on providing service all from a single source. From manual stations to semi-automated cells and full production lines, 1,800 employees across 22 locations worldwide work on custom solutions. In addition, the digital product portfolio helps manufacturers gain a competitive edge by increasing efficiency and paving the way to a smart factory. Customers in the Automotive, Electronics, and MedTech industries have benefited from our expertise for more than 30 years of providing experience and international innovation.