Implementation Manager

KNAPP North America

. Track progress and quality of on-site implementation engineers and ensure project timelines are met .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeKennesaw • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, resource planning, and implementation of mechatronic systems while effectively coordinating with stakeholders and managing project timelines. Proficient in problem-solving, communication, and financial acumen to ensure successful project execution.

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Project ManagementMechatronics Systems KnowledgeResource PlanningEffective CommunicationBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Project Management ToolsMechatronics SystemsWindows Operating SystemBudget ManagementRisk AssessmentNetwork InstallationServer InstallationOpen-Issue TrackingTechnical Progress TrackingTesting Coordination

Soft Skills

Organizational AbilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

KNAPP Standard ToolsKiSoft OneSRCPLCMachine Control Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Authorization to Work in the U.S.Passport or Ability to Obtain Passport

Industry Keywords

Industrial EngineeringComputer ScienceProject Life CycleIndustry StandardsRegulationsBest PracticesDrug-Free Workplace Policy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Track progress and quality of on-site implementation engineers and ensure project timelines are met
Support and guide Implementation Engineers with jobsite organization and prioritization
Oversee and coordinate jobsite resource planning, including turnarounds and vacations, with a four-week minimum look-ahead
Report team availability deviations and additional resource needs to line, site, and project managers
Coordinate resolution of mechatronic issues with installation, mechanical and electrical engineering, commissioning, and development departments
Oversee, schedule, and verify the quality and completeness of on-site implementation tasks
Coordinate KNAPP, customer, and third-party vendor stakeholders according to established schedules
Align with the IT Core team weekly, as applicable
Walk the site approximately twice daily to assess progress, identify risks and challenges, and report to the Project Manager
Conduct weekly risk assessments, report findings, and implement aligned countermeasures
Assist with network and server installation topics as the on-site responsible person
Support project core team leads with reporting and tracking technical progress and cost status
Validate progress-tracking results with the Site and Project Manager
Use KNAPP standard tools for open-issue tracking across third-party integration, controls, IT infrastructure, and software
Facilitate weekly on-site implementation team meetings
Attend relevant project and department meetings and provide accurate weekly updates
Support KNAPP internal and customer testing in coordination with test leads
Document internal test results with DevOps and KiSoft Analytics and share daily results with stakeholders
Coordinate end-to-end testing with third-party equipment across KiSoft One, SRC, PLC, and machine control systems
Serve as customer point of contact during UAT, CIT, and FAT testing
Serve as customer point of contact during go-live and ramp-up
Coordinate customer change and bug-fix release installation under established RfC change-management rules with ITPM

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience
3+ years' experience with implementation of projects throughout the entirety of the project’s life cycle
Intermediate knowledge of project management and project management tools
Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of computer systems and Windows operating system
Advanced organizational and problem-solving abilities
Intermediate financial acumen and budget management experience
Effective verbal and written collaboration and communication skills
Intermediate knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and industry best practices
Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of mechatronics systems (preferred)
Intermediate knowledge of KNAPP procedures and processes (preferred)
English required; bilingual preferred
Travel required (up to 90%) or willingness to relocate to the assigned project for over 1 year
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Passport or ability to obtain passport
Professional office etiquette required
Ability to comply with KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy and required drug screening
Physical ability may include extended sitting, standing, walking, climbing a ladder, speaking, visual acuity, finger dexterity, listening, reaching at arm’s length, and lifting up to 50 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

2 remote days per week when in office
Half day Fridays when in office
A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
Industry competitive compensation
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Short & Long Term Disability
401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Profit Sharing
Paid Parental Leave
Subsidized Daycare
Tuition Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Subsidized food delivery
Monthly celebrations
Quarterly employee events
Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering