Full-Time
Senior Lead Automation Engineer
Connected Automation
PM Group
1,001-5,000 employees
Designs, builds, and commissions high-tech facilities
No salary listed
Apex, NC, USA + 2 more
More locations: Burlington, MA, USA | Conshohocken, PA, USA
Remote
Regular work across multiple offices and client sites is required as project needs require.
Bachelor's
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- A bachelor's degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a similar discipline.
- At least 10 years of experience delivering industrial automation projects.
- Strong hands-on experience with programmable logic controller and distributed control system-based control systems design.
- Hands-on experience with industrial automation architectures and software design, including S88.
- Hands-on experience with regulated Good Manufacturing Practice project delivery.
- Solid knowledge of industrial communications and networks, including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, and ControlNet.
- Ability to lead technical workstreams and interface effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical specifications and design documentation.
- Ability to work across multiple offices and client sites as project needs require.
- Lead end-to-end automation design on Life Sciences and Pharmaceutical projects as part of a multidisciplinary project team.
- Act as a technical authority for automation system architecture, standards, and best practices.
- Develop, review, and approve process descriptions, functional descriptions and Functional Design Specifications, control narratives, automation system architectures, and design documentation.
- Support projects through design reviews, Factory Acceptance Testing, Site Acceptance Testing, commissioning, and site execution activities.
- Ensure automation solutions comply with Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Automated Manufacturing Practice 5, 21 CFR Part 11, and client quality standards.
- Perform control system design for programmable logic controller, supervisory control and data acquisition, and distributed control system-based systems across all project phases.
- Review and comment on system integrator and vendor design documentation.
- Select, coordinate, and manage automation contractors and system integrators throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintain working relationships with automation vendors and stay current with emerging automation technologies and industry trends.
- Serve as a key automation point of contact for clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
- Lead and participate in technical discussions, client meetings, and design reviews.
- Participate in project site visits to monitor, review, and sign off on automation and process control installations.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate Automation Engineers.
- Perform peer reviews to ensure technical quality, consistency, and adherence to PM Group standards.
- Support the development and strengthening of PM Group’s Connected Automation capability in the United States.
- Support automation scope development and proposal generation, including fee and capital budget inputs.
- Apply commercial awareness to project execution, including value engineering, resourcing, and change control.
- Collaborate across multiple PM Group offices to deliver projects efficiently and consistently.
- Support and promote PM Group’s Connected Automation services at client meetings and industry events as appropriate.
- A Professional Engineer license, preferably in California, Pennsylvania, or Massachusetts.
PM Group designs, builds, and commissions high-tech facilities for pharma, data centers, food, medical technology, and energy, delivering end-to-end projects that combine design, construction, and commissioning with digital tools. Through its Milestone acquisition, the company adds automation, lean analysis, process optimization, MES solutions, and manufacturing intelligence to support efficient, integrated operations. The group differentiates itself with an employee-owned structure, a global footprint across Europe, the UK, Asia, and the USA, and a blend of hands-on facility delivery with advanced digital and automation capabilities. Its goal is to enable a world where science and technology transform lives by supplying reliable, next‑generation facilities that clients and society depend on.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Machelen, Belgium
Founded
1973
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 2026 revenue rose 15% to €567m, with profits up 24.4%.
- PM Group entered 2026 with strong backlog and first-quarter trading ahead of expectations.
- Kesi adds Georgian freeze-drying capacity and export channels into the US, Canada, and Kazakhstan.
What critics are saying
- Life sciences and data centers dominate growth; any capex pause hits 2027 revenue.
- US expansion creates execution risk: Philadelphia hiring, staffing, and client delivery must scale fast.
- Kesi’s September 2026 launch near the occupation line adds logistics and security exposure.
What makes PM Group unique
- PM Group combines A/E, project management, CQV, and digital delivery across complex facilities.
- July 2026 results showed 4,000 people and a Top 3 pharma engineering ranking.
- Its 53-year life sciences pedigree and pan-European platform differentiate it from niche contractors.
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Georgia launches Kesi dried fruit brand following GEL 1 million investment. A new Georgian dried fruit brand, Kesi, has launched production in the village of Medjvriskhevi, Gori Municipality, close to the occupation line. The project was developed by PM Group, which invested more than GEL 1 million in the new processing facility, EastFruit reports, citing Business Georgia. Commercial sales are expected to begin in September. The company's product portfolio includes dried fruit, chocolate-coated dried fruit, prunes and fruit leather, with freeze-dried fruit due to be added to the range shortly. According to PM Group founder and director David Mechiauri, the products will be made entirely from natural ingredients, without added sugar or preservatives. To extend shelf life while maintaining product quality, the company uses nitrogen-flushed packaging. Export markets are the initial priority. During the first stage of development, PM Group plans to focus primarily on international markets. The company is already negotiating with potential partners in the United States, Canada, Kazakhstan and Russia. Kesi products will also be available through Georgian retail chains. Local distributors have reportedly already expressed interest in adding the new brand to their portfolios. Preparation for the launch took approximately one year. Mechiauri said the extended development period was necessary to test each product thoroughly before introducing it to consumers. Read also: Georgia's hazelnut export revenues rise by 50% despite only marginal growth in shipments Georgian fruit sourced from local farmers. The processing facility purchases most of its raw materials from farmers in the Gori region, including communities situated near the conflict zone. When specific fruits are unavailable locally, the company sources them from other parts of Georgia. However, PM Group emphasises that it uses exclusively Georgian-grown raw materials. The factory is equipped with modern processing technology, including one of only two freeze-drying units currently operating in Georgia. This equipment will allow Kesi to expand its range and enter the growing freeze-dried fruit segment. Company management estimates that an additional GEL 1 million will be required to further increase production capacity. PM Group expands its own fruit production. Alongside fruit processing, PM Group is developing its own raw-material base. The company has already established a 30-hectare sour cherry orchard and plans to plant another 20 hectares next year. The factory currently employs between 10 and 12 local residents. Once the facility reaches full production capacity, the workforce is expected to increase to approximately 30 employees. The project could provide an important new market for Georgian fruit growers while creating additional employment opportunities in a region located close to the occupation line. The use of the site materials is free if there is a direct and open for search engines hyperlink to a specific publication of the East-Fruit.com website.
PM Group launches new digital solutions suite. New technologies target inefficiency, reduce risk and accelerate delivery PM Group has launched a new suite of digital solutions designed to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing complex project delivery today - fragmented data, slow decision-making and rising costs. The suite - MasterVista, Panio(TM) and Gamio(TM)- brings together data, teams and workflows in real time, enabling faster decisions, stronger collaboration and more efficient project execution. Each solution targets a critical area of delivery: MasterVista uses immersive visualisation to align teams and reduce design-related delays Panio(TM) creates a live digital data layer, connecting project information in one place Gamio(TM) uses simulation-based training to build workforce capability and reduce human error Aonghus Keegan, Director of Emerging Solutions, PM Group, said: "As projects become more complex, the need for connected, real-time data is critical. This suite gives teams the clarity and speed they need to deliver more efficiently and with less risk." Coral Butler, Group Head of Digital Project Delivery, PM Group, added: "A lot of inefficiency comes from poor communication and lack of visibility. What this suite does is give teams a shared, real-time view of what's happening. Whether that's design, delivery or training, these solutions, working together, are more effective and costly mistakes can be avoided." Together, these solutions enable organisations to accelerate delivery timelines, lower costs and strengthen operational performance. Designed to operate independently or as a connected ecosystem, the solutions support the full project lifecycle. From early design through to operational readiness - these solutions help clients to deliver better outcomes at pace.
PM Group grows presence on the US East Coast. PM Group expands its US East Coast presence to meet growing Life Sciences demand PM Group is strengthening its presence on the US East Coast in response to strong client demand for major life sciences projects across the region, including the expansion of its Philadelphia office. Working with the world's leading pharmaceutical multinationals, PM Group is supporting programs with capital values in excess of $1 billion. Programs are delivered through dedicated project teams and a powerful combination of local expertise and international capability. As a leading international life sciences project delivery specialist, PM Group continues to invest in the USA as a local A/E provider, expanding its East and West Coast footprint. With a Top 3 ranking in pharma engineering and a 53-year track record in the sector, PM Group offers integrated architecture and engineering, project management, staff augmentation and CQV services - delivering right first time, best in class outcomes. "This expansion is a major milestone for PM Group in the USA," said Andy Rayner, President - USA, PM Group. "We are building world class teams here in the US, dedicated to our clients' most complex projects, while drawing on our international network of innovators and subject matter experts." Brendan O'Connell, SVP, USA Operations, added: "We listen to our clients and tailor our approach to their needs - whether delivering highly complex megaprojects or smaller, fast-moving programmes. Our strength lies in responsive, flexible facilities delivered by teams our clients can depend on." With over 4,000 people across Europe, Asia and the USA, PM Group continues to attract top talent, creating exciting career opportunities across a rapidly growing US business. PM Group has offices in Boston, Philadelphia, Raleigh-Durham and San Francisco. Celebrating the announcement, PM Group were delighted to be joined by Yaniv Aronson, Mayor of the Borough of Conshohocken and Danelle Fournier, Mayor of the Borough of West Conshohocken. PM Group also welcomed Mike O'Rourke, Managing Director, Business Retention & Expansion, Business PA. Pictured above (L-R): Brendan O'Connell, Danelle Fournier, Andy Rayner and Yaniv Aronson
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