Technical Project Manager

Grantek is a leading provider of integrated automation and industrial information solutions. They are seeking a Technical Project Manager who will manage the full lifecycle of automation projects, build client relationships, and contribute to technical proposals and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Representing Grantek at local client sites in the Portland area – building relationships, understanding client needs, and identifying new opportunities for project work
• Evaluating new project opportunities and developing technical proposals, including scope definition, budgets, and timelines
• Managing project activities from conception through commissioning, including planning, scheduling, resource coordination, and progress tracking
• Contributing hands-on to PlantPAx DCS development, including configuration of process objects, faceplates, alarm management, and batch control sequences
• Developing and maintaining PLC/PAC programs in Studio 5000 Logix Designer for process control applications
• Configuring HMI and SCADA visualization using FactoryTalk View SE and/or other platforms
• Communicating project status, milestones, and deliverables to clients and internal stakeholders
• Identifying project risks and developing mitigation plans
• Commissioning new solutions at client sites; finding opportunities for improvements and follow-on work
• Creating documentation, including project proposals, engineering notes, design traceability documentation, and case studies
• Collaborating with Grantek’s engineering team to ensure successful project delivery across all phases
• Following up on pending quotes and maintaining consistency in quoting by following corporate guidelines
• Learning new technologies and mentoring colleagues on your areas of expertise
• Having fun and being challenged

Skills

• Successful or upcoming completion of B.Sc. Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related Engineering Technology degree
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation PlantPAx DCS and Studio 5000 Logix Designer
• Understanding of process control fundamentals including PID loop tuning, regulatory control, and batch process sequencing
• Interest or experience in project management, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to evaluate client needs and translate them into clear, well-structured technical proposals
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with a distributed engineering team
• Valid Driver's License
• Have full-time access to a personal vehicle
• Willingness to travel up to 15% – 30% across USA and Canada
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation PlantPAx DCS and Studio 5000 Logix Designer is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with PlantPAx process objects, alarm management, and batch control is a significant asset
• Experience with Inductive Automation's Ignition platform (Vision & Perspective) is an asset, but not required

Benefits

• We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package, retirement plan, company paid benefits, flexible work hours, and an education/career development program.
• Benefits
• Bonuses
• Additional extra hours payments
• Flexible work hours
• Education/career development program
• Retirement plan
• Company paid benefits

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