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Position Location: This role supports our Milwaukee, WI branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Milwaukee, WI area.
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We're improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation. We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn't just about improving buildings; it's about creating perfect places that improve people's lives.
Transform the everyday with us!
An Associate Project Manager at Siemens is responsible for the coordination and delivery of multiple, simultaneous projects of varying complexities. For projects with a financial impact of less than $100K, the Associate Project Manager holds fiscal cost reporting responsibilities for all project facets, including project billing, job responsibility, and overall customer satisfaction.
As the Associate Project Manager, you will:
- Review project specifications, drawings, and project-specific documents to establish project intent.
- Develop and maintain a project schedule and coordinate needs with the project team, identifying time-sensitive installation requirements.
- Manage the requisition of supplies and materials to complete projects.
- Review plans and specifications and participate in project cost reviews.
- Assist the Operations Manager in the solicitation and contracting of subcontractors.
- Conduct orientations for project technicians and provide comprehensive project documentation, including scope of work, drawings, applicable specifications, application-engineered drawings, and project contacts.
- Track resources and project progress.
- Document project events that impact the schedule, scope of work, and project efficiency.
- Pursue project-specific change-order opportunities.
- Coordinate and pursue project-specific billing, collaborating with the Accounting team and Operations Manager.
- Schedule project-specific commissioning resources and provide commissioning documentation.
- Expedite the return of project-specific mark-ups for as-built development.
- Complete project-specific close-out documentation.
- Adhere to local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures, and report unsafe conditions and actions.
You will make an impact with these qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Associate degree
- Technical experience in the HVAC controls industry
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of HVAC industry applications; ability to read and understand MEP drawings and specifications, and electrical, network, and control wiring diagrams.
- Knowledge of industry-standard communication protocols such as Ethernet, Modbus, and BACnet
- Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree
- 3+ years of technical experience in the HVAC controls industry
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About Siemens
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce
We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.
Curious to see what a Project Manager does every day?
You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $50,337 - $86,292 annually with a target incentive of 5% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
Position Location: This role supports our Milwaukee, WI branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Milwaukee, WI area.
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We're improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation. We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That's why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn't just about improving buildings; it's about creating perfect places that improve people's lives.
Transform the everyday with us!
An Associate Project Manager at Siemens is responsible for the coordination and delivery of multiple, simultaneous projects of varying complexities. For projects with a financial impact of less than $100K, the Associate Project Manager holds fiscal cost reporting responsibilities for all project facets, including project billing, job responsibility, and overall customer satisfaction.
As the Associate Project Manager, you will:
- Review project specifications, drawings, and project-specific documents to establish project intent.
- Develop and maintain a project schedule and coordinate needs with the project team, identifying time-sensitive installation requirements.
- Manage the requisition of supplies and materials to complete projects.
- Review plans and specifications and participate in project cost reviews.
- Assist the Operations Manager in the solicitation and contracting of subcontractors.
- Conduct orientations for project technicians and provide comprehensive project documentation, including scope of work, drawings, applicable specifications, application-engineered drawings, and project contacts.
- Track resources and project progress.
- Document project events that impact the schedule, scope of work, and project efficiency.
- Pursue project-specific change-order opportunities.
- Coordinate and pursue project-specific billing, collaborating with the Accounting team and Operations Manager.
- Schedule project-specific commissioning resources and provide commissioning documentation.
- Expedite the return of project-specific mark-ups for as-built development.
- Complete project-specific close-out documentation.
- Adhere to local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures, and report unsafe conditions and actions.
You will make an impact with these qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Associate degree
- Technical experience in the HVAC controls industry
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of HVAC industry applications; ability to read and understand MEP drawings and specifications, and electrical, network, and control wiring diagrams.
- Knowledge of industry-standard communication protocols such as Ethernet, Modbus, and BACnet
- Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree
- 3+ years of technical experience in the HVAC controls industry
#LI-TAG #Central-EREF #VeteranCareers #TransitioningServiceMember #MilitarySpouse
Ready to create your own journey? Join us today!
About Siemens
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce
We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.
Curious to see what a Project Manager does every day?
You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $50,337 - $86,292 annually with a target incentive of 5% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
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Who's Hiring
- Siemens32
- BAKER7
- Schneider Electric5
- HTS Engineering - Heat Transfer Solutions5
- Jobot4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Technology & Software
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation project manager jobs.
- 5+ years managing automation or capital projects end to end
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Experience with PLC, SCADA, DCS, or RPA platforms in a production environment
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
- Ability to manage cross-functional teams including IT, OT, and third-party vendors
Tips for Your Automation Project Manager Job Search
Quantify automation outcomes on your resume
Hiring managers for this role want numbers, not duties. Replace vague statements with cycle-time reductions, cost savings, or headcount hours reclaimed. If your past projects touched PLC programming, RPA tools, or SCADA systems, name them explicitly in your bullet points.
Earn a PMP or PMI-ACP before applying
Most mid-to-senior automation project manager postings list PMP certification as a requirement, not a preference. If you lack it, prioritize the PMI-ACP as a faster path, then pursue PMP. Certifications filter out candidates at the screening stage before a human ever reads your resume.
Filter openings by the automation stack you know
Job titles vary wildly, so search by tool as well as title. Adding terms like UiPath, Siemens TIA Portal, or Ignition to your search surfaces roles your competitors miss and helps you apply only where your hands-on experience matches what the employer is actually running.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists automation project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a technical scope narrative for interviews
Interviewers at manufacturing and IT firms often open with a deep-dive on a past project's scope, budget, and stakeholder map. Prepare one detailed example that covers how you defined automation requirements, managed vendor integration, and handled a scope change mid-project.
Negotiate start date around handoff timelines
Automation project managers are often hired to take over in-flight deployments. Ask during late-stage interviews whether the role is a backfill or a new seat, then use that answer to negotiate a start date that gives you a realistic ramp-up before the next project milestone.
Automation Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most automation project managers?
The companies hiring the most automation project managers right now include Siemens, BAKER, and Schneider Electric, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Illinois, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated in manufacturing, utilities, and enterprise IT transformation programs.
How many automation project manager jobs are remote?
About 50% of automation project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though the share varies by specialization. RPA and enterprise IT automation roles skew more remote, while industrial and controls-based positions in manufacturing or utilities typically require on-site presence at the plant or facility.
How do you become an automation project manager?
Start by building technical experience in a relevant discipline, such as controls engineering, IT systems, or process improvement, so you understand what you will be managing. Move into a project coordinator or associate PM role on automation initiatives, earn a PMP or similar credential, and document measurable outcomes from each deployment you lead. Progressively larger project scope and cross-functional team responsibility is what advances candidates into senior roles.
Can you get an automation project manager job with little experience?
Entry points into the role usually come through adjacent positions rather than a direct hire. Moving from a controls technician, business analyst, or junior IT PM role gives you the technical or process background employers need. Completing a recognized project management certification, contributing to a small internal automation pilot, and building a portfolio of documented project outcomes can offset limited years of formal PM experience at the associate or coordinator level.
What does the automation project manager interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four stages. A recruiter screen focuses on your PM background and tool familiarity. A technical interview or case study asks you to walk through how you would scope, plan, and manage a specific automation deployment. A panel interview with engineering, operations, and IT stakeholders tests your cross-functional communication. Final-stage conversations often include a presentation of a past project with budget, timeline, and lessons learned.
Where can I find and apply to automation project manager jobs?
You can find and apply to automation project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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