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Automation Project Coordinator

Also posted as Also posted as: Automation Project Coordinator II, Sr Automation Project Coordinator, Technician II

Median wage range
$65k–$85k
National median · per year
Outlook
Growing
Entry barrier
Associate or cert
Two-year degree common, not required
Overview

What is a Automation Project Coordinator

An automation project coordinator coordinates and executes the technical legwork behind engineering and automation projects, from work control and testing to documentation and field verification. It's a hands-on job across projects and facilities, and many people start with a two-year associate degree or a focused certificate rather than a four-year degree.

Automation Project Coordinator
Role Snapshot

The role profile

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Median wage range
$65k–$85k
Typical annual pay based on national and industry data.
O*NET codes
17-3029.00
Primary and secondary occupational codes mapping this role to national labor data.
Cluster type
Automation
The broader industry group this role belongs to within the technician economy.
Context tags
Where and how this role is commonly applied.
Core skills
AutomationSchedulingTroubleshooting
Essential competencies to perform this role effectively.
Canonical Role ID
UNM-TECH-023
A unique identifier linking this role across training, jobs, and employer systems.
Pay & Outlook

How much does it pay?

Automation Project Coordinator in this role earns a median of $65k–$85k a year. Here's how pay typically grows with experience.

$65k–$85k
National median annual wage range. Technicians who grow into lead and coordination roles typically earn at the higher end.
Wage ranges are illustrative, based on national and industry data. Actual pay varies by employer, location, certification, and experience.
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On The Job

What does a Automation Project Coordinator do?

Explore the core responsibilities of this role, from daily operations and equipment handling to safety, quality, and performance requirements.

01

Coordinate technical work

Plan, schedule, and track the tasks that keep projects moving.

02

Execute tests and checks

Run the tests and verifications engineering needs done right.

03

Manage documentation

Keep drawings, records, and project files complete and current.

04

Bridge field and office

Translate site reality into updates engineers can act on.

Skills You Will Build

What skills do you need?

Three core skills sit at the heart of this role. You can learn all of them through short, hands-on training.

Automation

Working with the automated systems, sensors, and logic that run modern operations.

Scheduling

Planning and coordinating work so projects and maintenance happen on time.

Troubleshooting

Isolating root causes fast using a systematic, test-driven approach.

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Automation Project Coordinator, FAQ

An automation project coordinator coordinates and executes the technical legwork behind engineering and automation projects, from work control and testing to documentation and field verification. It's hands-on work across projects and facilities.
The median wage range is about $65,000–$85,000 per year. Entry-level roles start near $65,000, and technicians who grow into lead and coordination roles often earn toward the top of the range. Pay varies by employer, location, and experience.
Most people start with a two-year associate degree or a focused certificate program. You can find training on Unmudl to build the core skills, Automation, Scheduling, and Troubleshooting, then apply to open roles.
A four-year degree is not required. Many employers look for a two-year associate degree or a strong certificate plus hands-on experience, and demonstrated technical skill often matters more than the credential itself.
It's an in-demand role with a clear path to higher pay through experience and specialization. Growing alongside advanced manufacturing and automation investment (BLS 2024-34). The skills also transfer to related roles like installation & commissioning technician and systems integration technician.

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