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Rockwell Automation · 3 hours ago

IT Program Manager

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. They are seeking an experienced IT Program Manager to lead complex programs across their IT portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives and managing cross-functional teams.

HardwareIndustrial AutomationSales AutomationSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide technical and program management expertise in planning, execution, and leadership of programs

Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations

Monitor progress, adjust plans as needed, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outcomes

Help uncover and coordinate strategic dependencies across teams, both by facilitating Big Room Planning, and through coordination across execution to remove major impediments to accelerate inter-team velocity

Act as the primary point of contact for project sponsors, business leaders, and technical teams

Facilitate effective communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders

Provide clear and consistent project updates, including executive-level reporting

Partner with architects, engineers, and product managers to ensure technical feasibility and alignment with standards

Understand and communicate technical dependencies, risks, and trade-offs

Guide teams through technical decision-making while balancing business priorities

Identify, assess, and proactively manage risks and issues that may impact project success

Develop contingency plans and escalate critical blockers as needed

Champion project management best practices, tools, and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches)

Ensure projects adhere to compliance, security, and quality standards

Identify process improvement opportunities across teams for large-scale delivery and orchestration

Qualification

Agile MethodologiesRisk ManagementProject ManagementTechnical LeadershipProject Management ToolsSoftware Development LifecycleCloud TechnologiesAI TechnologiesCross-functional CollaborationContinuous LearningCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field

Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience)

Typically requires a minimum of 8+ years of experience in project management managing technical or IT-related projects

Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, cross-functional projects

Strong understanding of Agile Methodologies

High proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Jira Align, MS Project)

PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, or equivalent certification

Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, cloud technologies, infrastructure, and integration projects

Basic understanding of AI technologies including machine learning, natural language processing, generative AI, and agentic systems, with a focus on their practical applications in project delivery and IT operations

Proficiency in using enterprise-approved AI tools and platforms (e.g., Co-Pilot, GitHub, Claude, Windsurf) to enhance project planning, execution, automation, and data-driven decision-making

Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience leading or contributing to broader digital transformation efforts across diverse teams

Commitment to continuous learning, especially in response to the rapidly evolving emerging technologies relevant to project management and enterprise operations