Automation Manager
Novonesis
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Franklinton • New York • North Carolina • United States
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Salary
💰 $145,000 - $170,000 per year
About the role
- Lead and develop a regional team of engineers and project managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Define the strategic direction for the regional automation function to support organizational objectives and the broader CAPEX portfolio.
- Oversee the regional capital project portfolio to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, while meeting quality and safety expectations.
- Manage stakeholder alignment and cross‑functional dependencies across operations, engineering, sourcing, and other business units.
- Directly manage automation project execution, including planning, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover.
- Provide expert technical guidance on automation technologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Oversee departmental budget management, resource allocation, and compliance with project models, policies, and procurement guidelines.
- Prepare clear and effective reports on project and departmental progress for leadership and stakeholders.
- Recruit, develop, and coach team members to build capability and support long‑term organizational needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience
- 10+ years of experience in automation systems required such as PLCs, SCADA, DCS, MES, robotics, and instrumentation (familiarity with Rockwell, Aveva SCADA, and ABB 800xA is a plus)
- 3+ years of management or project management
- Strong background in capital project management within a processing or industrial environment.
- Proven success in delivering automation projects in roles such as Project Manager, User Manager, or Subject Matter Expert.
- Experience spanning IT, OT, automation, and digitalization initiatives.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships across all organizational levels and navigate cross‑functional environments effectively.
Benefits
- 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
- Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
- Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
- Healthcare savings account option
- Employee assistance program
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- All benefits begin on your first day
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
automation systemsPLCsSCADADCSMESroboticsinstrumentationproject managementcapital project managementdigitalization initiatives
Soft Skills
communicationorganizational skillsanalytical skillscollaborationaccountabilitycontinuous improvementrelationship buildingcoachingstakeholder alignmentsimplifying complex issues
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering