Automation Project Manager

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4 Locations
In-Office
Senior level
Productivity • Design
The Role
Lead cross-functional automation solutions projects from scope and estimating through technical delivery and closeout. Define solution requirements, architecture, verification test plans, budgets, schedules, and change orders. Manage project financials, quality, risk, procurement, documentation, communications, and resource assignment. Support proposals and develop solution strategy while applying best practices and mentoring team members.
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You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.

The Automation Project Manager is a cross-functional leader responsible for the overall success of the Solutions Projects - from initial scope/requirements definition and estimating, to technical management of the solution, and overall project management from receipt of order through project closure.
Ensures the projects are executed according to the Faith Technologies Solutions' Group Best Practices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field

Experience: Eight (8) years' experience in:

  • The design of industrial automation control systems; or

  • The design of building automation control systems; or

  • The design of power/energy automation control systems (multiple distributed energy resources preferred)

and

  • Three (3) years' experience managing industrial, building, or power/energy automation projects including budget, scope, and schedule responsibilities

Travel: Up to 30% nationwide

Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday; However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supports the proposal process as the Application Engineer, under the direction of department leaders:

  • Architects and finalizes the primary solution strategy

  • Utilizes internal and external Subject-Matter-Experts as needed to ensure the proposed solution is properly defined according to customer requirements, company best practices and industry standards

  • Defines and documents solution requirements which will become the basis for executing and managing the project

  • Develops the project estimate, utilizing internal and external resources as required, ensuring business targets are met

Leads the Technical Management of the solution:

  • Develops the detailed solution requirements

  • Develops the solution Block Diagram(s)

  • Develops the solution Theory of Operation

  • Develops the solution Verification Test Plan

Scope Management:

  • Ensures the solution meets the project (technical and business) requirements

  • Identifies and executes project Change Orders for all out-of-scope items

Financial Management (Budget):

  • Responsible for project profit and loss

  • Ensure project meets financial targets using various methods to gather and analyze data along with taking appropriate action(s)

  • Communicates project status to the client

Schedule Management:

  • Develops and maintains a project WBS and schedule with tasks, resources, milestones, and deliverables

  • Ensures resources are assigned to tasks and collaborates with other department leaders/managers, holding them accountable to meet and maintain commitments

Quality Management:

  • Ensures the Solution meets the project requirements and customer satisfaction

  • Conducts project closeout/success review and applies best practices forward

Develop and execute the Project Plan:

  • Communication Management with both internal and external (client, vendors, etc.) customers

  • Risk Management

  • Procurement Management

  • Documentation Management

  • Assists with the development of the Solutions' business best practices, policies, and procedures.

  • Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

  • Actively participates in Faith’s hiring referral and mentoring program, as appropriate.

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.

Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

 

Benefits are the Game-Changer

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today!

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
  • Eight years' experience in the design of industrial, building, or power/energy automation control systems
  • Multiple distributed energy resources experience
  • Three years' experience managing industrial, building, or power/energy automation projects including budget, scope, and schedule responsibilities
  • Ability to travel up to 30% nationwide

Faith Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Faith Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Faith Technologies.

  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellness programs are repeatedly recognized and include mental‑health support, fitness reimbursement, financial‑wellness education, and a monthly “Time to Recharge” benefit. Feedback suggests these lifestyle elements enhance perceived total rewards beyond base pay.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match, profit‑sharing, and after‑tax emergency‑savings options provide meaningful long‑term financial support. Feedback suggests these features add tangible value across many roles.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, paid holidays, parental/military/medical leave, and extra monthly recharge time create multiple ways to step away when needed. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave is a notable strength within the package.

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The Company
HQ: Menasha, WI
1,745 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

Faith Technologies, a division of FTI, is an energy expert and national leader in electrical planning, engineering, design and installation. As a comprehensive authority in the field of electrical and energy services, Faith leads industry change through a dedicated investment in technology, strategic project consulting and process engineering that drives productivity, value, and above all, safety. Through innovative practices, Faith drives trends in growth and development with continual investment in their merit-based employees’ skill, leadership and career development. Our Mission Making our customers and ourselves better through passion, practical solutions, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. Core Values: 1) Uncompromised Focus on Keeping People Safe 2) Build Trust in Everything We Do 3) Redefine What’s Possible 4) Reward Individual Results that Create Team Success Visit faithtechnologies.com to learn more! For details of our Social Community Disclaimer, click here: https://bit.ly/3gdVRpc

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