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Leading new, custom automation projects on a regular basis (3-12 month project cycle)
Working with and deploying cutting‑edge automation technologies
Managing projects with a high level of ownership and autonomy
A balanced role with approximately 70% office, 20% shop, and 10% on‑site field work
Making a visible impact in a small, fast‑growing company where performance is recognized

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our fast‑paced custom automation and machine building firm . This role owns projects from kickoff through delivery, coordinating engineering, build, and customer communication to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification.

You will manage automation projects incorporating robots, machine vision, and motion control systems to solve complex manufacturing challenges across multiple industries. We value transparency, quality, and speed in how projects are executed, and the Project Manager plays a central role in driving those outcomes.

In addition to core project management responsibilities, this role requires hands‑on engagement—supporting application development, coordinating shop activities, and assisting through machine build, FAT, and installation as needed. This is a high‑visibility position for someone who thrives in a technical environment and enjoys seeing projects through from concept to customer acceptance.

Duties

1. Project Ownership & Planning

Own projects from PO receipt through FAT, delivery, and SAT
Develop and maintain project schedules (engineering, build, debug, FAT, install)
Define scope boundaries and manage change orders
Establish internal milestones and customer deliverables
Monitor labor hours vs estimate and flag overruns early
Coordinate and process change orders and billing milestones

3. Cross-Functional Coordination

Coordinate mechanical, electrical, controls, and technicians
Align purchasing and fabrication with project schedule
Resolve resource conflicts and sequencing issues
Drive internal accountability to deadlines

4. Customer Communication

Serve as primary customer point of contact
Run regular project status meetings and issue logs
Communicate risks, delays, and corrective actions proactively
Manage expectations through FAT and installation

5. Technical Oversight (Non-Design)

Understand system architecture and key technical risks
Ensure designs meet customer specifications and applicable standards
Facilitate design reviews and approvals
Escalate technical blockers to engineering leadership

Required Qualifications

US Citizenship Required (we work on Government Projects - Green Card will not be acceptable)
5 years of work experience in custom automation (Mechanical Design or Controls Programmer)
Customer run‑off and issue troubleshooting experience required
Live near Westerville, Ohio area

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
3 years of Project Management experience in custom automation

About Us

Engineered Vision is a small custom machine builder focused on newer technologies including robots, machine vision, and motion control. Engineered Vision opened its doors to deliver affordable automation fast with a typical project size ranging from $100k-$1.5MM+. Engineered Vision is one of the fastest growing custom machine design and engineering firms in Columbus, Ohio. We integrate our machines across industry boundaries. Our ability to pair the latest technologies to solve real industry needs with a favorable ROI has positioned us very well in the factory automation space.

We consider our shop an engineers playground with Robots, Machine Vision, CNC machining, and 3D printing... We are looking forward to working with you!

Job Type: Full-time

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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