Automation Project Manager
The Coca-Cola Company•Cidra, PR
•Onsite
About The Position
The Automation Project Manager is responsible for supporting the design, development, integration, and execution of industrial automation systems as part of strategic capital and transformation projects. This role operates within the Strategic Projects team, supporting project delivery while maintaining strong alignment with the Automation team to ensure all solutions comply with established standards, architecture, and long-term support requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in industrial automation or project environments
- Hands-on experience with: PLC programming (Rockwell preferred)
- Hands-on experience with: SCADA/HMI systems
- Hands-on experience with: SQL Server or industrial data integration platforms
- Hands-on experience with: Industrial communication networks
- Experience supporting FAT, SAT, or commissioning activities
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Ability to work on-site in an industrial environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience in capital project execution or system implementation
- Experience with system migrations or upgrades (legacy to modern platforms)
- Exposure to MES or enterprise system integrations
- Knowledge of OT/IT cybersecurity concepts
- Experience working with external vendors and system integrators
Responsibilities
- Support development, configuration, and modification of industrial automation systems as part of project execution
- Assist in the implementation of HMI/SCADA applications aligned with established standards
- Support development of system structures, alarms, and user interfaces to meet operational and project requirements
- Assist with implementation of automation logic and scripting required for system functionality and integration
- Support integration of automation systems across multiple platforms (control systems, visualization, and enterprise systems)
- Assist in implementing data exchange and system communication for both real-time and transactional processes
- Ensure solutions are delivered in alignment with established system architecture, standards, and cybersecurity requirements
- Support implementation of industrial communication networks required for project execution
- Coordinate with IT and other stakeholders to ensure proper connectivity, network segmentation, and system communication
- Assist in ensuring network infrastructure supports reliable and secure operation of automation systems
- Support automation scope throughout project lifecycle (design, development, FAT, SAT, commissioning)
- Assist with system validation, testing, and documentation
- Coordinate with vendors and internal teams during implementation
- Ensure proper system handover to Operations and Automation teams
- Reports on the Strategic Projects team and supports execution of automation scope within capital projects
- Maintains strong functional alignment with the Automation team to ensure compliance with standards and long-term sustainability
- Works closely with Automation to: Aligning PLC, SCADA, and integration designs with site standards, Ensure consistency in architecture and implementation, Support smooth system handover to Operations after project completion etc.)
Benefits
- Support for the financial and personal well-being of our employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
