Project Manager – Automation Equipment

About the role

AIR Sligo, part of the global AIR Group, is looking for a driven Project Manager to own the delivery and implementation of bespoke automated equipment projects. You will act as the internal voice of the customer, coordinating cross‑functional teams to bring complex automation solutions to life.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of automation projects from kick‑off through to customer support.
• Ensure User Requirement Specifications (URS) are met to customer satisfaction.
• Deliver complete documentation suites, including quality, safety and end‑user documents.
• Drive project timelines, milestones and budgets, resolving scope changes and resource conflicts.
• Coordinate Design, Controls, Debug and Workshop teams to prioritise tasks and maintain schedules.
• Facilitate technical and commercial communication with all stakeholders.
• Use standard project‑management tools to track issues, prioritize resolutions and escalate when necessary.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering complex engineering projects in an automation or manufacturing environment.
• Strong ownership mindset with a track record of meeting commitments.
• Self‑starter with excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• Project management methodologies and tools.
• Understanding of automation equipment specifications and documentation.

What we offer

• Attractive salary package.
• Pension scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.