Automation Project Manager (M/F)

G2RHSartheEURESpublished 07/27/2026
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Job Description:

Ophélie BARAT, Recruitment Consultant for the firm G2RH, is recruiting an Automation Project Manager (M/F) for its client, an automotive parts manufacturer with over 500 employees, present on a European scale, and located near Le Mans (72). We offer you a role as a technical referent and project manager, while remaining close to the field.

Reporting to the R&D and industrialization department and collaborating with another automation engineer, you will take charge of managing various automation projects at different stages within the framework of new equipment or modifications to existing installations.

In this capacity, your missions are as follows: During the project launch phase, collect and integrate feedback from previous projects from the maintenance and production teams.

  • Develop the specifications
  • Establish technical requirements in connection with suppliers (automation and robotics)
  • Analyze electrical diagrams as well as component choices.
  • Study and evaluate technical solutions proposed by suppliers.
  • Participate in technical receptions at suppliers (located in Europe) in order to test parts and validate their compliance with the specifications.
  • Contribute to the development of preventive and curative maintenance plans.
  • Ensure the smooth launch of production by ensuring that all stakeholders (production, maintenance, etc.) have the necessary technical documentation.
  • During the start of production (after the installation and commissioning of equipment by the manufacturer), diagnose any malfunctions and identify whether they are the responsibility of the manufacturer or can be resolved internally.
  • Answer questions and support production teams and maintenance technicians regarding the installed equipment.
  • Guarantee the achievement of performance objectives for the equipment installed at the client, by performing the necessary adjustments or by contacting the manufacturer when it falls under their responsibility.
  • Occasionally provide support to the maintenance department as an automation expert.

Some travel is to be expected to clients and suppliers, mainly in Europe.

Profile Description:

A graduate of a BAC+2 to BAC+5 training program (such as BTS Conception et réalisation de systèmes automatiques or an engineering school), you have proven professional experience (minimum 4 years) as an automation engineer, ideally within a special purpose machinery manufacturer. You master programming on Siemens TIA Portal. Notions in robotics would be a plus, but are not a prerequisite. In terms of personality, our client is primarily looking for a curious person who knows how to work in a team and argue for their choices. Furthermore, your level of English allows you to read technical documentation in English and communicate with clients.

We offer a compensation range between 38 and 45 K€ Gross/Year within the framework of a CDI contract.

Do you wish to evolve towards automation project management? Participate in technical choices in programming, understand, analyze, and validate the solutions implemented? This opportunity will allow you to work on varied projects while developing your technical expertise.

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