Mid Level Automation Project Manager Jobs

Mid level automation project manager jobs go to professionals ready to own projects end to end, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive delivery decisions with limited oversight. Openings run across Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, with 11% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like SBF Search, RoviSys Building Technologies, and Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top stateTexas
Top employerSBF Search
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type89% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Project Engineer I - Automation
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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Added 2w ago
Project Engineer I - Automation
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Houston, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Program Management
Project Management
$81k - $133k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP
Automation Project Manager
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MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP
Added 1mo ago
Automation Project Manager
MANDARICH LAW GROUP, LLP
Chicago, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Program Management
On-Site
None

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Jobot
Building Automation Project Sales
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Jobot
Added 3mo ago
Building Automation Project Sales
Jobot
Boise, Idaho
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
$150k - $250k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Vopak
Terminal Automation Project Manager
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Vopak
Added 3mo ago
Terminal Automation Project Manager
Vopak
Plaquemine, Louisiana
Business Development
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
5,001-10,000

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Kroeschell, Inc.
Mechanical Building Automation Systems Project Manager
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Kroeschell, Inc.
Added 3mo ago
Mechanical Building Automation Systems Project Manager
Kroeschell, Inc.
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$115k - $140k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Mid Level Automation Project Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

SBF Search
SBF Search3 open roles
RoviSys Building Technologies
RoviSys Building Technologies3 open roles
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Technology & Software
  • Automotive
  • Law & Legal Services

Mid Level Automation Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level automation project manager job?

Highlight ownership, not just participation. Employers at this level want to see that you led automation initiatives from planning through delivery, managed stakeholder expectations, and resolved blockers without constant supervision. Tailor your resume to show specific outcomes like cycle time reductions or system rollouts you drove. Certifications in project management methodologies and familiarity with automation platforms strengthen your application considerably.

Which companies hire mid level automation project managers?

Companies hiring mid level automation project managers right now include SBF Search, RoviSys Building Technologies, and Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level is spread across large manufacturers, technology firms, and logistics operators that are actively scaling their automation programs and need project managers who can run implementations without heavy supervision.

Are there remote mid level automation project manager jobs?

Yes, though many roles involve some on-site coordination with engineering or operations teams. About 11% of mid level automation project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making flexibility more available than in purely hands-on technical roles. Fully remote positions tend to focus on software automation and process improvement rather than physical equipment deployment.

How do I move up to a mid level automation project manager role?

The path from entry level to mid level is built on demonstrated ownership. Early-career professionals who take on full project phases, document results, and earn trust from senior stakeholders position themselves for promotion. Deepening expertise in a specific automation domain, earning a PMP or equivalent credential, and showing you can manage scope and risk without close guidance are the markers employers look for when evaluating readiness for mid level responsibilities.

Which industries hire the most mid level automation project managers?

Mid Level automation project manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they are actively expanding automation infrastructure and need project managers with enough experience to lead implementations, coordinate vendors, and deliver measurable efficiency gains independently.