Automation Project Management Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

A Project Manager uses his/her knowledge of custom automation and precision machining to manage the design & build of automated assembly systems. These machines are uniquely designed assembly, inspection and test systems for industries that demand precision assembly for their components. Some of these industries include automotive, aerospace & medical equipment. A project manager is responsible for managing a project throughout the entire project life cycle which includes the applications/project management handoff all the way through the closing of a project. Throughout the life of an engineered project, the project manager is required to manage the budget and schedule while providing internal & external customer support, leadership of project related communications & full ownership of any design or build related activities performed by skilled designers & multi-disciplined cross functional assembly teams with support from the management team.

Project Management Primary Objectives

• A project manager has the skills and training to be able to manage the entire project scope & any scope changes that may occur throughout the project life cycle
  • This includes communicating, preparing and submitting any scope changes to the customer for their review prior to moving forward with any changes in design or build scope of the project
• A project manager has the skills and training to manage a team of designers and builders performance to meet or exceed the schedule & budget developed during the applications & quoting process
• A project manager has the skills and training to be able to satisfy the customer with the performance of the product equipment & the services provided by Edgewater Automation
• A project manager has the skills and training to be able to deliver financial results that meet or exceed Edgewater Automations expectations for awarded projects

Project Management Job Duties

• Manage custom automation projects ranging in size for $125,000 to 2 million dollars
• Capable of communicating & interfacing appropriately with Edgewaters management team to manage customers expectations
• Establish, communicate & manage project goals & objectives including functional specification, cycle time, schedule, budget and resources
  • Uses the skills and training they have developed to manage the actual project costs versus established budgets and has the ability to project any potential cash flow issues related to the assigned project
  • Uses the skills and training they have developed to manage project workflow & budgets utilizing Edgewaters ERP system (Questica), Microsoft Office & Project Summary worksheets
• Uses the skills and training they have developed to assist Edgewaters Sales and Applications team in developing concepts, proposals, quotations and presentations
• Uses the skills and training they have developed to direct the everyday operations of the assigned project to monitor compliance to customer requirements and expectations
• Uses the skills and training they have developed to communicate the project status on a regular basis in an effort to keep the customer & the internal management team updated
• Coordinate weekly meetings with the customer & project team to discuss project activities and to assure the project schedule is maintained
• Maintain an action list in accordance with Edgewaters ISO standard procedures
• Uses the skills and training they have developed to accurately estimate the resources and material costs required to complete the project
• Maintain constant communication with Edgewater management to insure resources are available to complete the project in the budgeted timeline & budgeted hours
• Prepare and submit Engineering change orders to the customer for project scope changes.
• Oversees & maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains continuity among project team members by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs of the project
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities & reading technical publications

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Frequent overnight travel will be required of this position, national and international. Travel is typically estimated to be 10 to 15% of the work required in a year.

Additional Qualifications

• Capable of being a part of a self-directed work force requiring minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills are required
• Excellent time management skills are required
• A strong understanding of the special machine business and the customer base that Edgewater Automation serves is desirable
• Communication: Good communication and presentation skills both verbal and written so customers and Edgewater staff are well informed about project status
• Leadership: Display leadership qualities and be capable of directing the activities of assigned projects on a day-to-day basis so that everyone understands the objectives of the project
• Results Driven: A project manager must display the ability to deal with multiple tasks, anticipate problems, make quick decisions with limited information to solve problems, handles pressure well & be capable of making the hard decisions required to male the project, our customer & Edgewater successful
• Attention to Detail: All activities large and small that need attention are addressed with an action plan. Action plans are followed up until completion. Keeps detailed notes on all activities.
• Profit: A project manager understands the importance of the company making a profit to secure the safety and growth of the company.
• Commitment: A project manager must have the mental and physical energy for the job & be willing to work the hours to get the job done and travel when its required.

Educational Requirements:

• DOL Journeymen certificate desirable
• Bachelors' degree in engineering, management or an equivalent of 10 years experience in engineering related to custom automation is preferred but not required
• At least 5 years of experience managing, leading or overseeing projects within an applicable industry
• A minimum of 3 years experience in customer negotiations and marketing related efforts is desirable but not required

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct report supervisory responsibility. However, this position will build and develop other Project Managers in their group or department through effective mentorship and servant leadership.

Work Environment
This job operates in a mixed professional office and manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

EEO Statement
Edgewater Automation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.