Project Manager - Robotic Automation

GE Vernova•Charleroi, PA

About The Position

As part of the factory’s strong global expansion plan and in support of its ambitious growth targets for the next years, we are launching our first automatic assembly line project. The Project Manager – Dead Tank automated assembling line will lead this important initiative, transitioning one of our current manual assembly lines into a fully automated. This project marks a key milestone in the site’s industrial transformation journey. The Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end project execution, ensuring close collaboration between the factory, the identified system integrator and central functions. This position offers a unique opportunity to pioneer automation within the site, laying the foundation for future robotic and digital initiatives.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, or Industrial Engineering preferred).

Responsibilities

Lead the overall execution of the robotic assembly line project according to defined scope, cost, and schedule.
Act as the main point of contact between the factory, the system integrator, and the central functions.
Coordinate risk analysis with the integrator and, support when necessary specific validation tests or proofs of concept on critical automation steps where the technical solution is not yet fully defined.
Ensure that the project achieves its performance targets in terms of takt time, capacity, quality, and availability.
Manage project governance, including the preparation and facilitation of regular Steering Committees.
Guarantee compliance with all industrial, safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets in coordination with all stakeholders.
Align and coordinate planning, constraints, opportunities with the project manager of the global industrial expansion plan to ensure that the new a line fits new layout and associated timeline
Coordinate factory resources (Production, Maintenance, Quality, Logistics, HSE, etc.) to ensure smooth execution and readiness.
Anticipate risks and implement mitigation actions proactively.
Align regularly with the Robotics & Automation Leader of the Business Line to ensure consistency with group standards and best practices.
Oversee the installation, commissioning, and validation of robotic equipment with the integrator and internal teams.
Contribute to defining and validating technical specifications, FAT/SAT protocols, and ramp-up performance targets.
Ensure the project delivers a robust and sustainable production system, ready for full-scale industrial operation.
Manage the training plan for operators and technicians, ensuring they are prepared to work on or alongside the new robotic line.
Lead the communication and change management plan within the factory to foster understanding, engagement, and a positive mindset among employees as automation is introduced.
Monitor and report project progress, risks, and KPIs to factory as well as Robotic & automation Business Line function.
Identify and document lessons learned to establish a repeatable model for future automation projects.
Promote continuous improvement in productivity, ergonomics, safety, and quality through automation.
Ensure the project contributes to building the factory’s internal competencies in automation and robotics.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off