Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand

Lead end-to-end project management for custom automation equipment and assembly lines within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. | Bachelor's degree with 5+ years project management experience in automotive or industrial automation and strong technical knowledge of automation systems. | KEY RESPONSIBILITIES PROJECT PLANNING & EXECUTION * Lead end-to-end project management for custom automation equipment, including assembly lines, test systems, and machine builds * Develop detailed project plans outlining scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and deliverables * Define project milestones and ensure alignment with internal teams and customer expectations * Manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment CROSS-FUNCTIONAL LEADERSHIP * Coordinate with Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls), Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless execution * Facilitate regular project meetings, including design reviews, progress updates, and risk assessments * Drive accountability across teams to meet project timelines and deliverables MONITORING & PROBLEM SOLVING * Track project performance against schedule, budget, and scope * Identify potential risks, bottlenecks, or delays, and implement corrective actions * Lead root cause analysis and resolution of technical, production, or supplier-related issues CUSTOMER & STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT * Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle * Communicate project status, key milestones, risks, and changes to customers and internal leadership * Manage customer expectations and ensure final deliverables meet contractual and quality requirements * Support customer visits, system run-offs, and final acceptance activities RISK MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE * Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation and contingency plans * Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements * Monitor project changes and manage scope creep through formal change control processes QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) * 5+ years of project management experience in automotive manufacturing, industrial automation, or machine tool environments * Experience managing custom machinery, assembly systems, or test equipment programs strongly preferred TECHNICAL & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS * Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, automation systems, and production environments * Proven experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk * Familiarity with engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, controls) and manufacturing processes