Automation Engineering Manager Jobs in Covington, LA

Location: Mandeville, LA
Travel: Up to 25%
Salary: $28.00 – $32.00 per hour, based on experience

Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting complex technical projects? MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking a Project Coordinator – Control Systems to play a critical role in coordinating automation and control systems projects from planning through commissioning. In this role, you'll work alongside project managers, controls engineers, operations teams, and customers to ensure projects stay on schedule, documentation is accurate, and milestones are achieved.

If you thrive in a fast-paced engineering environment and enjoy keeping projects organized while collaborating with cross-functional teams, we'd love to hear from you.

As the Project Coordinator – Control Systems, you'll provide the coordination and administrative support that keeps technical projects moving forward. Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate multiple control systems and automation projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, task lists, meeting minutes, testing logs, I/O tracking logs, and status reports.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, commissioning readiness, vendor submittals, invoices, and compliance documentation.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, drawings, technical files, and records within project management and document control systems.
• Prepare project communications and provide timely updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate project meetings and facilitate communication between project managers, controls engineers, vendors, finance, operations, and commissioning teams.
• Monitor project schedules and proactively identify risks, documentation gaps, or workflow issues.
• Support project reporting, dashboards, vendor performance tracking, and cost reporting.
• Assist with internal and external audits by organizing project documentation and compliance records.
• Support onboarding of project team members by coordinating project documentation and workflow processes.
• Recommend process improvements that enhance project coordination, reporting, and operational efficiency.
• Assist with development of standardized documentation templates, workflows, and best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of project coordination, engineering project support, automation, controls, or related technical project experience.
• Experience supporting control systems, automation, commissioning, or engineering projects strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Accuracy in data entry, project documentation, and record management.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and communicating effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent written communication and technical documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience using project management software, ERP systems, document management platforms, or similar business systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple departments.

• Experience working within industrial, marine, power generation, manufacturing, or automation environments.
• Familiarity with commissioning activities, testing documentation, and engineering workflows.
• Experience supporting vendor coordination and project financial tracking.
• Knowledge of document control systems and technical drawing management.
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and workflow optimization.
• Ability to read and interpret quotes, purchase orders, and basic technical documents.
• Experience using an ERP system preferred.

At MSHS Pacific Power Group, you'll join a team that delivers innovative power generation, automation, and marine solutions across North America. You'll have the opportunity to support high-impact projects while working alongside experienced engineering professionals committed to operational excellence and customer success.

• Competitive hourly pay of $28.00–$32.00, based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

• Primary work location is Mandeville, Louisiana
• Office-based position with occasional project site visits as needed
• Travel up to 25% to support project meetings, commissioning activities, customer sites, and team collaboration
• Ability to support periods of increased activity during testing, commissioning, and major project milestones

The Project Coordinator – Control Systems plays a vital role in ensuring projects remain organized, compliant, and execution-ready from kickoff through commissioning. Your ability to coordinate technical documentation, stakeholder communication, scheduling, and project workflows directly contributes to successful project delivery, customer satisfaction, and long-term operational performance.

If you're looking to build your career supporting innovative control systems projects in a collaborative, growing organization, we encourage you to apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer

MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws. We understand that marijuana laws vary by state, and our testing policies are designed to ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements where applicable.