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Atlas OT LLC lists this Project Manager - Industrial Automation opportunity in centennial, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Centennial, United States | Posted on 01/19/2026
Atlas OT is a premium systems integrator specializing in industrial automation, controls engineering, and lifecycle operational technology support. We partner with clients across energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, and industrial EPC environments to deliver safe, compliant, and high‑performance automation solutions. Our work blends engineering rigor, field‑ready execution, and transparent project delivery.
We are expanding our project execution team with a Project Manager who understands the realities of industrial automation work—someone who can bridge engineering, construction, and client expectations with clarity, discipline, and technical fluency.
Position Summary
The Project Manager – Industrial Automation leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of automation and controls projects across the full lifecycle: design, procurement, fabrication, testing, commissioning, and turnover. This role requires strong familiarity with industrial EPC workflows and the technical depth to collaborate with senior controls engineers, instrumentation specialists, and client engineering teams.
You will own project scope, schedule, budget, risk, documentation, and communication—ensuring every deliverable meets Atlas OT’s standards for safety, compliance, and technical excellence. Projects will range from oil and gas, water and wastewater, manufacturing, building automation, power, food and beverage and more.
Key Responsibilities
Lead automation and controls projects from kickoff through commissioning and closeout.
Develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, and cost forecasts.
Coordinate engineering deliverables including P&IDs, I/O lists, control narratives, cause‑and‑effect matrices, network architectures, and FAT/SAT documentation.
Manage procurement of instrumentation, control panels, networking hardware, and automation components.
Oversee panel fabrication, staging, and testing activities with internal and external vendors.
Support field execution, commissioning, and startup activities as needed.
Uphold and improve quality assurance processes, ensuringcompliance with industry and company standards
Requirements
Skills Mastery
5+ years of experience managing industrial automation, controls, or instrumentation projects.
Strong understanding of PLC/HMI/SCADA systems (Rockwell, Siemens, or similar).
Familiarity with EPC project workflows, engineering deliverables, and construction interfaces.
Experience with industrial instrumentation, control panels, and field commissioning.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and control system documentation.
Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk in a technical environment.
Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder‑management skills.
Proven ability to architect and implement complex,multi-platform control systems across multiple sites
Strong knowledge of UL, NEC, ISA, and IEC standards;proficiency in process safety and functional safety systems
Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking, with theability to produce clear and accurate technical documentation.
Work Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; advancedcertifications preferred (ISA CAP, PE License – Control Systems)
Minimum of 12,000 project hours logged, including systemarchitecture and multi‑site implementations (8+ years experience)
Prior experience developing and reviewing control narratives,P&IDs, and safety systems (SIS)
Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to aknowledge‑sharing culture
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travelas needed
Drug‑free workplace compliance required
Atlas OTemployees are the best, and as such get the best benefits. Our total compensation plan provides pay above average for our industry asvalidated by independent third parties. We also provide manyopportunities for bonus compensation for those willing to put inextra hours, refer friends and new clients.
Company sponsoredtraining and certifications
PPE Reimbursement Program
$50/month CellPhone Reimbursement
Paid Time off forall Federal Holidays (11 total)
120 hours / year ofaccrued Paid Time Off (inclusive of 10 Vacation and 5 sick days)
Merit Based Rewardsand Bonuses such as
Quarterly Bonus
Employee recognition
New EmployeeReferral Bonus
Pick your taxadvantage bonus - elect to get tax-free contributions toeducation expenses such as tuition assistance, dependent care,and retirement.
Large groupmedical, vision and dental coverage
For HSA eligibleplans, employer HSA contribution equal to employeecontribution up to federally allowable limits
401(k) RetirementSavings Plan with employer contributions matching employeecontributions up to 5% or federally allowable limits.
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