Process Automation Manager

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: about 4 hours ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
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Position Information


Posting Number S05503P
Position Title Process Automation Manager
Department TMAC
Location Arlington
Job Family Research
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
  • Overtime as necessary to fulfill customer requirements.
  • Remote work with travel required to support regional offices.
  • Attend approved conferences and meetings.
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $129,847.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
Identify and standardize TMAC smart manufacturing offerings statewide ensuring offerings support SMMs transition toward industry 4.0 advance manufacturing techniques and concepts. Develop internal training for TMAC regions to ensure the highest quality in delivery and implementation across the state to help optimize SMMs production capability. Advance TMAC’s smart manufacturing capabilities and offerings through awareness, participation, and active engagement with external organizations leading the national digital and smart manufacturing transformation. Identify and manage external providers used to expand TMAC’s capabilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide statewide management and support for the design, development, and implementation of advance manufacturing services, concepts, and techniques to help promote manufacturing optimization.
  • Work with TMAC regional offices’ technical staff to develop advance manufacturing offerings for delivery to their area manufacturers.
  • Serve as the point person for TMAC with regards to identifying new technology developed within the MEP systems, USA Manufacturing Institutes, Governmental R&D Labs, etc., that can be useful to incorporate into TMAC offerings for the manufacturing industrial base in Texas.
  • Promote TMAC and advance manufacturing capabilities statewide.
  • Participate in statewide working groups focused on advance manufacturing.
  • Work with stakeholders across the state to promote the dissemination of advance manufacturing concepts to Texas industry.
  • Build relationships and partnerships with advance manufacturing equipment providers within the state and nationally.
  • Work with the Business Operations team and TMAC regional offices to help develop delivery plans for advance manufacturing services that align with NIST/MEP strategic goals and objectives.
  • Develop customer relationships, generate leads and support marketing efforts.
  • Incorporate Salesforce and Power BI data analytics into advance manufacturing project monitoring for impact and traceability statewide.
  • Work with TMAC management team to help develop overall strategy for delivery of advance manufacturing offerings statewide.
  • Performs other duties as assigned


Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Management of third-party contractor activities.

Budgetary Responsibilities:
  • Management of project specific budgets.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM), or related field with six (6) years of relevant experience.
  • Extensive experience with manufacturing automation systems, equipment, and technologies.
  • Experience in managing and developing employees.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master degree in related science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM), or related field with four (4) years of related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies is crucial.
  • Professional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
  • Knowledge in the following:
    • MS Office Suite
    • Salesforce
    • Solidworks
    • Auto CAD
    • Robotic Programming
    • PLC controls
    • CNC G-Code
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
  • May be exposed to industrial settings or manufacturing plants, some conditions may be hazardous.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] .


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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