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Job Title: Automation Project Manager
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Location: Lebanon, IN (On-site)
Contract Duration: Long-Term Contract
Summary
We are currently seeking an experienced Automation Project Manager to support a major pharmaceutical manufacturing expansion project with Eli Lilly in Lebanon, IN. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing facility supporting both large-molecule biologics (GLP-1 injectable products) and small-molecule oral solid dose manufacturing. This role will support the Corporate Engineering Automation Team during the Detailed Design, Build, Start-Up, and Testing phases of the facility while working closely with the Lead Automation Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support automation project execution through Detailed Design, Build, Start-Up, and Testing phases
- Contribute to automation deliverables including:
- Automation strategies & narratives
- Cost estimates & schedules
- System architecture documentation
- I/O lists & interface definitions
- Vendor documentation & technical specifications
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, IT teams, A/E firms, system integrators, and OEM vendors
- Support automation system selection, design reviews, and risk assessments
- Assist in validation planning and execution strategies to ensure systems meet regulatory and business requirements
- Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, and start-up readiness
- Ensure compliance with GMP, data integrity, safety, cybersecurity, and quality standards
- Track project milestones, risks, and dependencies while providing project updates to leadership
Required Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
- Experience supporting automation systems in GMP manufacturing environments
- Strong knowledge of MES, BMS, Historians, and data systems
- Experience with Emerson DeltaV, Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley, DCS/PLC systems
- Understanding of GMP environments, validation, and data integrity principles
- Experience supporting capital projects, ideally greenfield pharmaceutical facilities
- Exposure to design, build, commissioning, start-up, FAT, and SAT phases
- Strong technical documentation and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Experience:
- Greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing projects
- API, biologics, or oral solid dose manufacturing experience
- Multi-stakeholder project coordination in regulated environments
Job Title: Automation Project Manager
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Location: Lebanon, IN (On-site)
Contract Duration: Long-Term Contract
Summary
We are currently seeking an experienced Automation Project Manager to support a major pharmaceutical manufacturing expansion project with Eli Lilly in Lebanon, IN. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing facility supporting both large-molecule biologics (GLP-1 injectable products) and small-molecule oral solid dose manufacturing. This role will support the Corporate Engineering Automation Team during the Detailed Design, Build, Start-Up, and Testing phases of the facility while working closely with the Lead Automation Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support automation project execution through Detailed Design, Build, Start-Up, and Testing phases
- Contribute to automation deliverables including:
- Automation strategies & narratives
- Cost estimates & schedules
- System architecture documentation
- I/O lists & interface definitions
- Vendor documentation & technical specifications
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, IT teams, A/E firms, system integrators, and OEM vendors
- Support automation system selection, design reviews, and risk assessments
- Assist in validation planning and execution strategies to ensure systems meet regulatory and business requirements
- Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, and start-up readiness
- Ensure compliance with GMP, data integrity, safety, cybersecurity, and quality standards
- Track project milestones, risks, and dependencies while providing project updates to leadership
Required Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
- Experience supporting automation systems in GMP manufacturing environments
- Strong knowledge of MES, BMS, Historians, and data systems
- Experience with Emerson DeltaV, Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley, DCS/PLC systems
- Understanding of GMP environments, validation, and data integrity principles
- Experience supporting capital projects, ideally greenfield pharmaceutical facilities
- Exposure to design, build, commissioning, start-up, FAT, and SAT phases
- Strong technical documentation and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Experience:
- Greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing projects
- API, biologics, or oral solid dose manufacturing experience
- Multi-stakeholder project coordination in regulated environments
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CVS Health41
- Walmart22
- RoviSys Building Technologies8
- Grant Thornton (US)6
- Amazon4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services44
- Technology & Software36
- Retail28
- Manufacturing23
- Consulting & Professional Services22
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 CVS Health, Walmart, and RoviSys Building Technologies, with the largest share of openings in California, Illinois, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is concentrated in manufacturing, utilities, and enterprise IT transformation programs.
How many automation project manager jobs are remote?
About 15% of automation project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 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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