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Project Manager – Industrial Automation
Daniels HealthIndustrial automation project manager delivering digital projects for Daniels Health’s medical waste processing facilities. Leading PLC, SCADA, robotics, HMI, and IIoT implementation from concept through commissioning.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading end-to-end automation projects, including the implementation of PLCs, SCADA systems, and IIoT solutions, while ensuring compliance with industrial safety and risk management standards. Proven ability to manage project scope, schedules, and budgets, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
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About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead end-to-end automation projects from concept, design, and installation through commissioning and optimization
- Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and stakeholder expectations
- Oversee implementation of PLCs, SCADA systems, robotics, HMI applications, and IIoT solutions
- Travel to facilities across the U.S. to support project execution, commissioning, and operational readiness
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to deliver practical, scalable solutions
- Manage external system integrators, OEMs, and technology partners to ensure quality, safety, and successful delivery
- Lead technical reviews, governance meetings, and project workshops
- Support installation, testing, troubleshooting, and operational handover activities
- Drive automation standardization, digital transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives across the business
- Report to the Automation Engineering Manager
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline
- 8+ years of experience delivering industrial automation, engineering, or capital projects
- Strong experience with PLC and SCADA systems, ideally including Siemens, Rockwell Automation, and/or Schneider Electric platforms
- Proven success managing automation projects in manufacturing, process industries, waste management, or similarly complex industrial environments
- Experience managing system integrators, OEMs, contractors, and multi-vendor project teams
- Knowledge of electrical and control systems design principles
- Hands-on commissioning, troubleshooting, and startup experience
- Strong understanding of industrial safety, compliance, and risk management requirements
- Excellent project management, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills
- Willingness to travel regularly across the United States
- Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plans with company match contributions
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Wellness resources
- Life insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to work with leading-edge automation technologies
- High-visibility projects improving operational performance, reliability, and safety
- Opportunity to establish automation standards, best practices, and scalable technology solutions