Job Title: Automation Project ManagerJob Description We are seeking an experienced Automation Project Manager for a 6-month contract-to-hire position. This role involves overseeing and managing the team’s projects, ensuring progress, and maintaining effective customer communication. The ideal candidate will have held a similar position in the automation or industrial environment for the past 5+ years. Responsibilities + Lead project planning, execution, and completion. + Create and manage project schedules using Gantt charts. + Manage resources and make adjustments to meet project goals and deadlines. + Collaborate with engineering, assembly, and sales teams to ensure smooth transitions between project phases. + Facilitate regular project reviews and ensure transparent communication between internal teams and customers. + Oversee project budgets, track expenses, and meet financial targets. + Mitigate risks and address challenges proactively throughout the project lifecycle. + Coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and site visits to ensure installations meet safety and quality standards. + Implement safety regulations including NEC, NFPA, and OSHA. Essential Skills + BSEE in engineering, project management, or a technical field. + 5+ years of project management experience in automation or industrial environments. + Strong customer interface and communication skills. + Experience managing multiple projects, teams, and customers simultaneously. + PMP certification. + Willingness to travel to client sites as needed (10% travel). Additional Skills & Qualifications + Ability to perform controls-related tasks such as PLC programming, robotics, and electrical design. + Experience managing large capital projects. + Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Work Environment Enjoy remote flexibility with time in and out flexibility. Work in a smaller, close-knit company environment. Benefit from an investment plan (401k) with a 4% match, life insurance, a $75/month phone allowance, a $250/year tool allowance, up to 22 days of PTO and paid holidays, and paid parental and medical leave. Work in an updated and new building with ongoing expansions. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.