Automation specialist Jobs in Charleston, SC

Job Description

Position Overview

Help us drive the future of automation! We are seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of customized industrial automation and special-purpose machinery. In this high-impact role, you will serve as the primary interface between customers and BMG’s global engineering teams, driving projects from concept through commissioning and final acceptance.

You will have full ownership of project execution, including schedule, budget, technical scope, quality, and customer satisfaction. Projects typically include targeted technical upgrades, machine retools, complex system integrations, international production lines, and testing systems delivered to global customers across Automotive, Battery/EV, Electronics, Hydrogen (H2), and Consumer Goods sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Execution

• Translate customer requirements and contractual commitments into a clear project scope, objectives, and actionable deliverables.
• Develop and rigorously maintain integrated project schedules, critical path milestones, and resource allocation plans using standard project management tools.
• Monitor project progress against the baseline, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to BMG quality standard.
• Lead on-site installation, commissioning, and final acceptance activities at the customer's facility, ensuring a smooth handover.

Global Cross-Functional Team Leadership

• Direct and synchronize multidisciplinary international teams (Mechanical, Electrical, Software) across various worldwide BMG locations.
• Serve as the General Contractor for the project, owning the end-to-end sourcing of machinery and subsystems from global BMG sites, and managing their final integration, commissioning, and delivery in the US.
• Foster a highly collaborative environment between international engineering hubs, third-party suppliers, and the local US execution teams (Engineering, Purchasing, Logistics, Commissioning).

Customer and Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary customer interface throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build strong relationships with technical and executive stakeholders.
• Professionally manage customer expectations, scope modifications, and escalations with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Deliver transparent and concise reporting on project status, risks, and key performance indicators (KPI's) to all stakeholders.

Commercial and Risk Management

• Own project's financial performance, including budget and margin targets.
• Identify and mitigate technical, commercial, and operational risks.
• Manage structured change processes, including impact analysis and approvals.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related field).
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in project management, specifically within the industrial automation, special-purpose machinery, or production equipment sectors.
• Language: Business-level proficiency in English
• Travel: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally based on project needs.

Technical Acumen:

• Demonstrated, hands-on experience with complex automated systems integrating mechanical, electrical, robotics, vision, and PLC controls.
• Strong understanding of industrial manufacturing processes and machine architecture.
• Proficiency with modern project management tools (e.g., MS Project, or similar).

Preferred Skills

• PMP or similar project management certification.
• Experience leading international project teams.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems for project controlling.
• Certification or knowledge of Six Sigma, 8D, or structured problem-solving methods.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in other languages (e.g., German, Spanish).

Additional Information

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success!