Job Description

Industrial Automation Project Manager

Location:

Hybrid/Remote

Type:

Full-Time

Who We Are:

Since 1992,

Powerhouse Controls

has been on a mission to be recognized as a world-class, single-source drive and automation systems integration supplier. We bring exceptional technical and engineering experience to the table, but what really sets us apart is an unsurpassed level of passion and commitment. We listen, question, collaborate, analyze and assess until we're completely convinced that our recommendation is the best solution possible. Powerhouse Controls is on the hunt for individuals who embody the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and integrity. We're not just seeking employees; we're searching for trailblazers who share our passion for shaping the future of control systems and automation. If you're fueled by the fire of creativity, if you're driven by a desire to collaborate with a diverse community of experts, and if your commitment to ethical excellence is unwavering, then you're exactly who we're looking for.

Position Overview:

We're looking for a

technically fluent, operationally sharp Project Manager

to lead complex, high-impact deployments within our Digital Transformation Group (DTG). This isn't a task-tracking role--it's an

outcome ownership position

. You'll guide the delivery of our flagship interoperability platform (NEXIA), modular SCADA/data systems, and advanced automation solutions across manufacturing and logistics.You'll operate at the center of everything--connecting software, deployment, product, and customer teams. Your mission: turn bold ideas into scalable, sustainable solutions that deliver real value to real people.

Why Join Us?

You will be joining an amazing team with an awesome culture! Below are more perks to joining us!

Health/Dental Benefits

Increased Vacation

Profit Sharing

Birthdays off with pay

Flexible work hours

Fitness incentive

Career development

Social and Team building events

Charitable donation matching

RRSP/401K Matching

AAA/CAA Basic membership coverage

What You'll Do:

Project Delivery

Lead full?lifecycle project delivery--kickoff to lessons learned for NEXIA, SCADA, middleware, and OT system deployments

Conduct plan and design reviews, manage implementation milestones, oversee customer handoff, and support the transition from the project team to the service team

Stakeholder Coordination

Act as the central coordinator across DTG functions: Product, Implementation, Services, and Business Development

Act as the voice of the customer to help identify gaps in our product offering or opportunities to act on unrealized potential within a customer's process or facility

Guide technical alignment between system capabilities and customer expectations

Scope Management

Prevent scope creep through proactive discovery, documentation, and clear communication of project deliverables

Ensure all required work is captured, resourced, and aligned with the client's success criteria

Lead internal and external conversations to evaluate impact, negotiate changes, and drive timely approvals for change order

s Generate and qualify new leads discovered through project execution, feeding them into the sales funnel

Advocate for the client's long-term success by recommending solution extensions when justified by ROI or operational value

Ensure scope decisions are traceable and communicated across all relevant teams (delivery, sales, product, service)

Culture & Standardization

Champion DTG's culture of curiosity, clarity, accountability, and grit in every project

Identify repeatable patterns and lead standardization across deployments

Coaching & Mentorship:

Coach internal and external stakeholders--modeling fearless execution and human?first problem?solving

Note: The key accountabilities are not an exhaustive list and other duties may be assigned as needed.

What You Bring:

Must-Have

5+ years in project management within industrial automation, systems integration, or digital transformation

Technical fluency in SCADA, PLC, OT/IT systems, IIoT architecture, or software deployments

Strong communication and stakeholder management across technical and executive levels

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Ability to travel occasionally to customer sites and partner locations

Nice-to-Have

Experience with AGVs/AMRs, industrial orchestration platforms, or hybrid product-service models

Familiarity with Agile, hybrid PM frameworks, or PMP certification

Exposure to middleware, MES, ERP, or system interoperability projects

Opportunity Awaits:

If you're ready for Empowering industry through practical innovation and take on a pivotal role in a company that's redefining industrial automation, we want to hear from you. Together, we can build a future were innovation and excellence drive success. Apply Today!

Powerhouse Controls is committed to providing a barrier-free interview process and accommodating applicants' needs in accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the process, please contact our recruitment team.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cambridge, ON N3E 1A4