Strategic Project Manager - Tech & Automation Solutions

Cognex Corporation; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognex Corporation is seeking a Project Manager with external customer facing experience to drive projects from pre-sales through delivery. You will coordinate internal and external resources, assess risks, and ensure quality, schedule, and profitability while upholding Cognex standards.

In this role you’ll plan complex schedules, identify scope changes, communicate with stakeholders, and maintain strong customer relationships across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience with PMI standards or similar PM processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication and relationship management.
• Knowledge of automation tech and manufacturability concepts.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and align internal and external resources to meet project schedules.
• Maintain relationships with customers before and after sales.
• Develop schedules and report progress to stakeholders.
• Define scope changes and ensure customer acceptance.
• Manage project documentation and handoffs to service teams.

Skills

PM processes

customer relationship

risk assessment

time management

cost estimation

stakeholder management

communication skills

ability to learn new tech

Education

BA degree in technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Projects

Job description

Cognex Corporation is seeking a Project Manager with external customer facing experience to drive projects from pre-sales through delivery. You will coordinate internal and external resources, assess risks, and ensure quality, schedule, and profitability while upholding Cognex standards.

In this role you’ll plan complex schedules, identify scope changes, communicate with stakeholders, and maintain strong customer relationships across the project lifecycle.