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Pfizer, Inc.

Manager Automation Engineer

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$99K - $165K/yr

Working with our innovative engineering team, you'll help bring medicines to the world even faster ... As Manager, your planning skills will help in preparing forecasts for resource requirements, and ...

Pfizer

Manager Automation Engineer

Kalamazoo, MI

$99K - $165K/yr

Working with our innovative engineering team, you'll help bring medicines to the world even faster ... As Manager, your planning skills will help in preparing forecasts for resource requirements, and ...

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How much do automation engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for automation engineering manager in Michigan is $120,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,400.00 and $139,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Automation Engineering Manager do?

An Automation Engineering Manager oversees the design, implementation, and optimization of automated systems in manufacturing or software development. They lead a team of engineers to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity through automation technologies. Responsibilities include project management, system integration, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. They collaborate with other departments to align automation strategies with company goals. Strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and problem-solving abilities are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Automation Engineering Manager position, and why are they important?

An Automation Engineering Manager should have a strong background in automation technologies, process improvement, project management, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with PLC/SCADA systems, robotics, industrial control systems, and certifications such as PMP or Six Sigma is often required. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help drive team performance and foster cross-functional collaboration. These capabilities are essential for delivering efficient automation solutions, ensuring project success, and guiding multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by Automation Engineering Managers in their day-to-day work?

Automation Engineering Managers often balance multiple projects and deadlines while ensuring high quality and compliance with industry standards. A common challenge is integrating new automation technologies with existing systems, which requires careful planning and troubleshooting. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—including operations, IT, and maintenance—is crucial for aligning technical solutions with business goals. Additionally, staying current with emerging automation trends and training team members on new tools is a key part of the role, helping drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

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Test and Automation Project Engineer Manager

Test and Automation Project Engineer Manager

Lincoln Electric

Plymouth, MI

Other

Posted 23 days ago

Lincoln Electric rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

218th of 417 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Plymouth - 46247 
Req ID: 28692 

Job Description

The Project Engineering Manager for Test and Automation is a multidisciplinary working lead responsible for mentorship and development of the project engineers. The Project Engineering Lead is responsible for the overall performance of the project engineers. The Project Engineer Lead manages the workload of the project engineers and is responsible for managing the team and budgets, resources and schedules. The Project Engineer Lead is responsible for the planning, management and capacity reporting of the project engineer team. The test and automation project engineer team are the technical owners of all automation and test projects and they are responsible to coordinate  with the engineering team and project management team to ensure proper execution of projects. The Test and Automation Project Engineer Lead is consider the subject matter expert for all Test and Automation projects.

Summary of Essential Job Functions & Duties
  • Technical mentorship and development of project engineers.
  • Owner of the project engineering process and tools.
  • Assignment of project engineering staff to projects.
  • Continuous evaluation of project engineer's performance.
  • Project Engineering resource management.
  • Coordination and management of engineering contractors.
  • Development of student engineers/interns.
  • Responsible for Performance Reviews, Goal settings, time approval for all direct reports. 
  • Responsible for compensation for all direct reports.
  • Lead team meetings, documentation and follow up.
  • Ensure a safe, clean, and organized working environment for the project engineering team.
  • Support project execution as needed.
  • Travel as required.
  • Participate in ISO training and audits.
  • Any other assignments as deem appropriate.
Education and Experience

Education:  Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or in a related field of study or equivalent years of experience in related field; minimum of 10 years in engineering position.

  • U.S. citizenship required (ITAR compliance)
  • Must have experience implementing industrial automation, rotary equipment and test machines
  • Must have a high-level understanding of engineering fundamentals
  • Must be able to communicate clearly, articulately and professionally to team members and customers
  • Must have proven leadership experience leading a team of technical and engineering professionals
  • Proficient in the use of Outlook and the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Demonstrate ability to motivate and develop personnel
  • Must have appropriate schedule flexibility, sense of urgency, motivation and versatility to make a substantial contribution to the organization's success
  • Ability to interact positively and constructively with all RedViking team members while representing company in a professional manner
  • Willingness to work "above and beyond" in order to meet company goals
  • Well organized, detail oriented and self-motivated
  • Ability to travel 30% to other company sites as well as customer sites
  • Must have excellent time management skills
  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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