Project Manager (Automation) Job Listing at Kelly Services in Rolling Meadows, IL (Job ID US3530271_BH9715030)

Description

Project Manager (Automation) | Rolling Meadows, IL
Full-time | Direct Hire

Kelly Engineering is seeking a Project Manager to oversee service projects for our client, ensuring successful execution within scope, budget, and schedule. This role involves coordinating across teams, managing risks, and delivering outstanding service to drive customer satisfaction and repeat business.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and execute service projects, aligning with customer requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Define project objectives, resource needs, and deliverables.
• Act as the primary liaison between customers, sales, engineering, operations, and field teams to resolve technical, financial, and scheduling issues.
• Prepare and present progress reports, schedules, and performance updates.
• Manage project risks, scope changes, and contingency planning.
• Track financial performance, update forecasts, and mitigate cost overruns.
• Ensure successful on-site execution in collaboration with service and operations teams.
• Address troubleshooting requests, document issues in the CRM system, and follow through to resolution.
• Provide technical feedback to engineering on equipment performance and reliability.
• Maintain customer relationships through regular performance reviews and issue resolution.
• Utilize CRM, ERP, and other technologies to enhance project execution.
• Support service request ticket management to successful closure.
• Ensure compliance with ISO procedures and company standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Coursework in Mechanical Engineering, Technology, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in automation.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D) and SolidWorks (3D).
• Experience using inspection and measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, multimeters, etc.).
• Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and work independently.
• Capable of influencing without direct authority.

TRAVEL: Approximately 35% (including occasional international travel)

CLIENT OFFERINGS

• Base pay ($95,000 - $110,000) + incentive bonus (Based on project status and performance)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k and match
• PTO and holidays

 
Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. OPT or H1B Visa is not being accepted at this time.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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