We are partnering with a global leader in the food & beverage sector on a search for a Automation Engineering Project Manager to lead large-scale engineering and automation initiatives across their warehousing and distribution operations.
This is a high-impact role for someone who can take ownership of automation projects end-to-end — from design and scoping through installation, commissioning, and continuous improvement. You will be driving modernization across material handling, warehouse workflows, and system integration at a major West Coast facility.
What You’ll Be Leading
- Oversight of automation and engineering projects across warehouse/DC operations
- Managing and coordinating vendors, integrators, and contractors during installation and commissioning
- Designing and implementing automation solutions such as conveyors, sorters, AS/RS, robotics, AGVs, and WCS/WMS integrations
- Conducting testing, validation, troubleshooting, and optimization of automated systems
- Supporting warehouse engineering needs including layout design, equipment selection, and MHE performance improvement
- Managing capex project budgets, schedules, and resources
What We’re Looking For
- 5–10+ years experience in automation, project engineering, or material handling
- Strong background working in warehousing, distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environments
- Hands-on understanding of MHE, robotics, AS/RS, AGVs, sensors, PLC-driven equipment
- Experience delivering capital projects, managing vendors, and driving engineering execution
- Exposure to WMS/WCS, SCADA, AutoCAD/SolidWorks, and system integrations
Ideal Candidate Profile
This role is perfect for someone who:
- Thrives in project ownership — from concept design execution optimization
- Understands warehouse automation systems and can troubleshoot both mechanical and controls-related issues
- Is experienced in coordinating across Engineering, Operations, IT, and Maintenance
- Wants to lead impactful automation projects within a global, well-established manufacturer