Technical Project Manager, Ignition Systems

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and certified Technical Project Manager to lead projects within our Manufacturing Technology portfolio. This role will focus on systems such as Asset Performance Management (APM), Factory Information & Analytics, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). You will act as a product owner, collaborating with cross-functional teams—from plant operations to senior leadership—to define product roadmaps, gather requirements, and drive successful implementation of Industry 4.0 solutions.

You Will

• Lead end-to-end project management across manufacturing systems.
• Define and manage product roadmaps in collaboration with stakeholders and development teams.
• Conduct detailed requirements gathering sessions with operations, engineering, and leadership teams.
• Oversee development, testing, deployment, and support of MES, CMMS, APM, and analytics platforms.
• Ensure alignment of project goals with broader Industry 4.0 strategies and digital transformation initiatives.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and resources effectively.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure adherence to best practices in manufacturing systems integration.

You Have

• Proven experience in technical project management within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of MES, CMMS, OEE, downtime reporting, and factory analytics.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts, including IIoT, edge computing, and smart manufacturing.
• Experience acting as a product manager or owner for technical platforms.
• Strong experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) for project tracking and documentation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including working with senior leadership.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and actionable development plans.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience:
  • 8+ years in technical project management and relevant manufacturing systems..
  • Strong understanding of SCADA/HMI systems and industrial automation protocols (OPC/UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
  • Prior experience in Automotive Manufacturing with knowledge of OEE, MTTR, MTFB, and other performance metrics.
  • Experience in SAP integrations, REST API connectivity, and SQL query development.
  • Hands-on experience with Jira and Confluence.