Cooperidge Consulting Firm · 3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Power & Automation
Durham, NC, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking an Automation Project Manager for a top Global Power & Thermal Management leader in Research Triangle Park, NC. This role leads the full lifecycle of complex industrial automation projects, focusing on smart energy infrastructure, microgrid solutions, and advanced manufacturing.
Logistics & Supply Chain
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is required (Equivalent work experience considered)
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
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
Preferred
Experience with PJM (grid power) systems is highly preferred
PMP or PMI certification is preferred
Mandarin language proficiency is a significant plus due to the global nature of the organization
Benefits
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
Company
Cooperidge Consulting Firm
Our mission is to support our clients' success by delivering top-quality personnel, delivering a high level of customer service and driving innovation in the both the commercial and government contracting space.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase