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Automation Project Manager

Faith Technologies · Menasha, WI · Full time

Posted Jul 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Walk me through one automation project you managed from scope and estimate to closeout.

What they are checking: Whether they have truly owned budget, scope and schedule end to end, as the role requires.

What does following a group's best practices mean to you, and when have you pushed to change one?

What they are checking: Whether they work within standard processes while still improving them for good reasons.

Tell me about a time you had to lead a cross-functional team that didn't report to you.

What they are checking: Whether they can lead engineers, programmers and field techs through influence and clear direction.

What would you do

Halfway through a project, the customer asks for new functionality that wasn't in the scope. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they manage change orders firmly while keeping the customer relationship strong.

Your PLC programmer is behind and commissioning is two weeks out. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can find real options for recovering schedule instead of just pushing people harder.

This job involves up to 30 percent travel nationwide. How have you managed projects at customer sites far from home?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead remote sites well and have realistic expectations about travel.

About the work

Tell me about the automation control systems you've designed. Were they industrial, building or power and energy systems?

What they are checking: Whether their eight years of design work is deep enough to be the technical lead on the solution.

How do you define scope and requirements with a customer so the estimate holds up later?

What they are checking: Whether they pin down requirements early to avoid costly surprises during execution.

If you've worked with distributed energy resources, how would you approach controls for a site with solar, batteries and a generator?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the coordination and protection challenges in multi-source power systems.

How do you plan and run a factory acceptance test and a site acceptance test?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to prove a system works before and after it ships.

How do you track project financials so you know early if margin is slipping?

What they are checking: Whether they monitor cost and earned value regularly rather than finding problems at the end.

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The full job description

As published by Faith Technologies.

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.

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