Project Manager - Power & Automation

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking an Automation Project Manager for a top Global Power & Thermal Management leader in Research Triangle Park (RTP), NC.

This role leads the full lifecycle of complex industrial automation projects, focusing on smart energy infrastructure, microgrid solutions, and advanced manufacturing. The Project Manager acts as the bridge between customer needs and technical execution, managing resources and timelines to deliver energy-efficient automation technologies. This is a high-impact position within a global organization that values technical excellence and offers a clear trajectory toward executive leadership.

Job Responsibilities

• Lifecycle Management: Lead industrial automation projects from initiation through commissioning, ensuring all milestones are met within scope and budget.
• Technical Oversight: Manage projects involving complex electrical systems, including PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), and SCADA architectures.
• Customer Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for clients to define project requirements, manage expectations, and deliver tailored automation solutions.
• Resource Coordination: Allocate technical and financial resources effectively to ensure the successful delivery of power electronics and energy storage projects.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain rigorous project documentation and reporting through the project lifecycle using tools like SAP, Jira, or MS Project.
• Strategic Growth: Support the delivery of smart energy infrastructure and microgrid solutions for utility, data center, and residential applications.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is required (Equivalent work experience considered).

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) or more years of project management experience within the Automation industry is REQUIRED.
• Proven experience leading projects involving power electronics systems.
• Experience with PJM (grid power) systems is highly preferred.

Certifications/Languages

• PMP or PMI certification is preferred.
• Mandarin language proficiency is a significant plus due to the global nature of the organization.

Skills

• Deep expertise in automation project management methodologies.

• Strong familiarity with industrial control systems (PLCs, VFDs, SCADA).

• Proficiency with enterprise tools such as SAP and Jira.

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans

• Life insurance coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions

• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement