Lead Project Manager - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This high visibility opportunity is for an engineer with experience in advanced automation systems for product manufacturing. In this position, you will help set technical strategies and architectural standards for product line automation. You will lead the deployment of automated systems that will be used to improve manufacturing processes and enable digital connectivity throughout manufacturing operations. Day-to-day activities include identifying, defining, and scoping automation projects for manufacturing operations, project planning, managing project finances, leading and mentoring team members, developing solutions in a lab environment, physically deploying the project into production, and promoting the project’s adoption within production. The ideal candidate will have a deep background in automation, controls, and SCADA/MES, with a proven track record in project execution. You should also have experience with manufacturing system design and implementation. Proven leadership skills that support effective project management, communication and mentoring are foundational for success in this position.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience.
5+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in industrial robotics; trained in at least one major robot brand.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PLCs, SCADA, MES, and IIOT
Experience with electronics manufacturing processes
Background in Low Volume, High Mix aerospace manufacturing
Ability to work across the organization vertically and horizontally
Possesses business acumen and the ability to manage project budgets
Strong verbal and communications skills

Responsibilities

Apply automation engineering knowledge and coordinate with other organizations to improve manufacturing operations.
Own all phases of project execution from concept development through deployment and adoption.
Provide technical guidance on development of complex automation architectures.
Conduct comprehensive safety risk assessments and implement layered safety controls.
Plan, prioritize, and manage multiple automation projects.
Lead cross functional teams to ensure effective deployment to live production.
Prioritize tasks to ensure that the team’s overall resources are used effectively and that deadlines are met.
Maintain current knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies and develops related project proposals.
Provide expert level guidance for hands-on programming of automated control systems and robots as projects require.
Mentor engineers within the team or within operations on how to develop and maintain automated manufacturing systems.
Effectively communicates with operations, management, and technical leadership on proposals and active projects.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!