Project Manager - Powertrain Automation Systems

Technical Recruiter - Engineering @ Zobility | Managing High-Volume Engineering Recruitment

We are seeking a highly-skilled and experienced Project Manager to oversee the complete lifecycle of our Powertrain Automation systems
, specifically focusing on Automated machining lines and machine tending applications
. The successful candidate will take ownership of projects from design through manufacturing, building, and final integration, ensuring delivery within budget and on schedule
.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Project Lifecycle: Drive the project through all phases: design, manufacturing, building, and integration milestones for complex Powertrain Automation systems.
• Budget & Timeline Management: Take full responsibility for managing projects to meet strict budget and project timeline constraints.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and manage areas of risk within customer specifications, proposals, and contract documents.
• Team Leadership: Lead and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Mechanical Engineers, Controls Engineers, Electricians, and technicians throughout all project phases.
• Customer & Corporate Alignment: Skillfully balance competing interests, ensuring both customer accountability and corporate goals are met.
• Issue Resolution: Possess the ability to quickly resolve issues and manage all tasks to completion.
• Change Management: Concept, write, and quote After Sales Change Order Requests (OCR).
• Documentation & Reporting: Write periodic customer and corporate reports and assist with the writing/review of machine manuals.
• On-site Leadership: Lead Debug, Run-off, Installation, training, and startup efforts at customer sites.

Required Skills & Experience

Technical & Automation Expertise

• Demonstrated experience in Industrial Automation and Robotics (required).
• Familiarity with Powertrain automation systems.
• Proficiency with PLC systems (required).
• Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to check, understand mechanical drawings, and recognize sound mechanical design.
• Design Tools: Good AutoCAD experience and the ability to use 3D viewers to review and understand designs.
• CNC Machine Load/Unload
• Fastening, Marking, Testing, and Vision systems.
• Relevant Automation Platforms Experience (ideally includes exposure to):
• Cartesian Gantry systems
• Articulating Robotic & Robot rail systems
• Various conveyors and part conveying systems

Professional & Leadership Skills

• Project Management: Proven ability to manage projects within budget and time constraints.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve issues and manage tasks to completion.
• Communication: Solid written and oral communication skills.
• Math Literacy: Comfort working with cost management, budgeting, and project statistics.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor or Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience:
• (3) years of Mechanical Engineer experience.
• (2) additional years of dedicated Project Management experience.

Additional Requirements

• Work Ethic: Must have a strong work ethic, often requiring a 50-hour work week
  .
• Availability: Must be able to work nights and weekends and variable schedule(s) as project needs dictate.
• Travel: Intermittent travel to customer sites is required.
• Software Proficiency: Proficient in MS Word, Office, Excel & Project (or equivalent skills).
• Logistics: Required to have a valid driving license with a clean driving record.

EEO Statement: ⟂ U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Required. Only applicants meeting this legal requirement will be considered.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing

Industries

• Manufacturing, Automation Machinery Manufacturing, and Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing

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