Project Manager - Controls Engineer Experience

Company: Manpower Engineering
Location: Greer
Posted on: March 1, 2026

Job Description:

Project Manager / Controls Engineer Location: Greer, SC Manufacturing & Industrial Integration Projects We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Controls Engineer to support integration projects in a fast-paced manufacturing and industrial environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on controls professional with strong PLC and HMI programming experience who is comfortable owning project responsibilities while traveling to support onsite installations, start-ups, and commissioning activities. The primary purpose of this role is to drive the business forward by executing projects on time, on budget, and to the customer’s satisfaction . The Project Manager works directly with customers to ensure scope is delivered successfully and that all PLC and HMI systems are fully functional and optimized. This individual will also manage onsite installations and oversee subcontractors dedicated to each project. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple projects simultaneously at varying scale and complexity Oversee project budgets, costs, margins, schedules, scope, quality, and customer expectations Develop and prepare project estimates Lead development, programming, and troubleshooting of PLC and HMI code across multiple customer platforms Collaborate with Sales to maintain and strengthen customer relationships, present project data, scope of work, and system designs Attend job walks, start-ups, commissioning activities, and project closeout meetings Step in as a Controls Engineer when needed, supporting PLC/HMI programming, hardware design, and system troubleshooting Manage onsite installations and oversee subcontractors (electrical, controls, mechanical, etc.) Ensure all deliverables meet performance, safety, and quality standards Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Engineering OR 7 years of experience in control systems/system integration project management Proven experience leading controls and integration resources Strong background in job cost analysis, budget management, scheduling, resource planning, and scope management Advanced experience with PLC and HMI programming and design Experience supporting system integration in manufacturing or industrial environments Robotics experience (Fanuc, ABB, Kuka, etc.) is a plus Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Willingness to travel as required (up to 50%) If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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