Project Manager

Join Our Team as an Automation Project Manager at Johnson Electric!

Location: Ancaster, ON (onsite)

Salary Range: $90K-100K annually

Vacancy Type: Existing position

As our next Automation Project Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of managing automation and assembly projects from concept through implementation. Your expertise in project management, automation systems, and manufacturing engineering will be critical in ensuring successful project execution, customer satisfaction, and the continuous advancement of automated manufacturing solutions.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Technological Leadership: Be part of a company that is a leader in its field, driving technological advancements.

Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and policies that support a healthy work-life balance.

Recognition Programs: Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.

Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Develop, coordinate, and manage project timelines, resource plans, and project deliverables

Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, suppliers, project teams, and leadership

Create and maintain project schedules, milestones, and task plans using project management tools

Monitor project performance to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are achieved

Support multidisciplinary equipment design and development initiatives

Lead implementation of new and modified production equipment and automation systems

Manage project issues, risks, and action plans throughout the project lifecycle

Develop and manage Statements of Requirements (SOR) aligned with customer expectations

Create and maintain quality checklists to verify equipment readiness prior to shipment

Provide regular project status updates on budgets, timelines, and key deliverables to management

Drive continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance project execution

Develop and maintain standardized project management templates and best practices

Support compliance with quality, safety, and environmental management systems

What We’re Looking For:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline

Experience managing engineering, automation, or manufacturing projects

Strong understanding of industrial automation systems and assembly processes

Demonstrated project management and organizational skills

Understanding of multidisciplinary engineering environments

Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Mechanical aptitude and technical understanding of manufacturing systems

Knowledge of FMEA and quality management systems

Understanding of automotive quality requirements, including IATF 16949 and ISO 9001

Bonus Points If You Have:

Experience managing automation equipment builds and machine integration projects

Experience with project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project

Experience in automotive manufacturing environments

PMP or other project management certification

Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can’t wait to meet you!

What we offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset - our people - can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.