Engineering Manager
Engineering Manager - Control Systems & Automation
An established and growing automation and electrical control systems integration organization is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager - Controls & Automation to lead technical teams delivering complex industrial automation projects. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who combines strong technical depth with the ability to manage engineers, drive project execution, and partner closely with clients.
The Engineering Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of automation projects-from concept through commissioning-while mentoring engineers, managing schedules and budgets, and ensuring consistent, high‑quality delivery across industries including pharmaceuticals, life sciences, plastics, chemicals, and energy.
Key Responsibilities
Technical & Project Leadership
- Serve as the technical lead across multiple automation projects, providing oversight and guidance on system architecture, design, and implementation.
- Review project specifications, interface with clients, and support the development of scope‑of‑work documentation (experience with URS, FDS, and DDS in pharmaceutical environments is a plus).
- Ensure engineering deliverables meet quality, safety, regulatory, and client requirements.
- Oversee PLC, HMI, SCADA, and Historian system design and implementation using structured, well‑documented methodologies.
- Provide technical escalation support during FAT, SAT, startup, and commissioning activities (occasional overnight travel required).
Team & People Management
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of controls and automation engineers.
- Assign resources to projects based on skillsets, workload, and business priorities.
- Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and support career development.
- Promote best practices in engineering standards, documentation, and coding methodologies.
Engineering & Design Oversight
- Oversee development of engineering deliverables including BOMs, electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and I/O drawings.
- Ensure compliance with applicable standards including NEC, UL508A, NFPA 70/79, and customer specifications.
- Collaborate with internal panel fabrication teams, field electricians, and contractors to ensure seamless execution from design through installation.
Project Execution & Commercial Support
- Manage technical scope, schedules, and budgets across projects, supporting cost control and change management.
- Partner with project management to track progress, manage risks, and resolve technical challenges.
- Support preparation and review of technical documentation, validation test plans, and standard operating procedures for regulated environments.
- Provide ongoing troubleshooting support, system upgrades, and optimization recommendations as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in control systems design and integration, with at least 2-3 years in a technical leadership or management role.
- Strong proficiency with major automation platforms, particularly Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FactoryTalk View, FactoryTalk Historian), Wonderware/AVEVA, and Ignition.
- Experience with industrial communication networks including Ethernet/IP, Modbus/TCP, Profibus, Profinet, and OPC‑UA.
- Familiarity with robotics, motion control, and instrumentation (VFDs, servos, sensors, pneumatics) is strongly preferred.
- Ability to review, create, and guide modifications to electrical schematics, panel layouts, and process instrumentation diagrams.
- Knowledge of industry codes and standards including NEC, NFPA 70E, UL508A, NFPA 79, and ISA guidelines.
- Experience working in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, life sciences, chemicals, or plastics is highly desirable.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage teams and engage directly with clients.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States and possess a valid driver's license.
Benefits
- Medical and dental insurance with employee cost‑sharing.
- Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
- Company‑paid vision insurance for employees and dependents.
- 401(k) plan, FSA/HSA options, and generous vacation and paid time off.
- Supportive, family‑oriented work environment where individual contributions are valued.
- Opportunity to lead teams within an organization that combines systems integration, UL panel fabrication, and licensed electrical contracting-designing, programming, building, and installing complete automation solutions across multiple states.
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