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Assistant Project Manager – Panel Shop

Champlin, MN | Hybrid | $55,978–$69,972 + Potential Bonus

Launch Your Career in Industrial Controls Project Management

Our client is looking for an Assistant Project Manager – Panel Shop to support the planning and execution of control panel assembly and engineering projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an electrical, controls, manufacturing, or project coordination background who wants to build a career managing industrial automation projects.

You'll work alongside experienced Project Managers, engineers, panel technicians, vendors, and customers while gaining exposure to control panel design, UL 508A, industrial automation, PLC/HMI systems, procurement, estimating, and project management.

What You'll Do

Support Project Managers with project planning, sales, execution, and closeout.

Coordinate with customers, engineers, vendors, panel shop personnel, and other project stakeholders.

Review drawings, specifications, and project information to identify requirements.

Track project labor, materials, costs, schedules, and progress.

Create purchase orders and coordinate material procurement with vendors.

Assist with vendor and supply chain management.

Attend project kickoff meetings, sales calls, and post-project reviews.

Help resolve design and build issues between customers, engineering, and the panel shop.

Support long-term customer relationships.

Provide ongoing project tracking and reporting.

Promote a strong culture of safety and quality.

What We're Looking For

Two-year degree, technical/Vo-Tech certificate, or 2 years of related electrical experience.

Bachelor's degree in business management or a related field is preferred.

Experience with control panel systems, electrical installation, or industrial controls.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical documents.

Strong Microsoft Office and Google Workspace skills.

Excellent organization and attention to detail.

Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Experience That Will Set You Apart

UL 508A panel shop construction, assembly, or sales experience.

Industrial automation and controls integration knowledge.

Ability to read electrical control and power schematics.

Experience with job costing, budgets, scheduling, or estimating.

MRP/ERP system experience.

Estimating software experience.

Manufacturing or OEM controls experience.

Compensation & Benefits

$55,978–$69,972 , based on experience, education, and skills, plus potential annual discretionary bonus.

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match and profit sharing

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Life and disability insurance

Mental health and family support

Paid parental leave

Educational assistance and professional development

Potential bonus and incentive programs

Community involvement opportunities

Hybrid work flexibility

The first 90 days will be primarily in the office to build relationships, learn the organization, and establish a strong foundation before transitioning to the hybrid schedule.

Grow Your Career in Industrial Automation

Our client has more than 80 years of experience in specialty contracting and systems integration and offers an environment where employees can develop their technical and project management skills.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and gain hands-on experience managing industrial controls and control panel projects , this is an opportunity to grow.

Apply today!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Automationtechies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship or immigration status where protected by law, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Work Authorization and Visa Sponsorship

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this position, either now or in the future.