Electrical and Control Systems Engineering Manager

About this role

A growing industrial manufacturer is seeking an Electrical & Control Systems Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for plant electrical systems, automation, instrumentation, and controls. This role drives reliability, modernization, and safe operation across multiple production areas.
Requirements

• Lead and develop electrical, controls, and automation engineering staff.

• Oversee electrical distribution, motor control, instrumentation, and automation systems.

• Direct PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, and industrial network architecture.

• Approve engineering designs, drawings, and technical documentation.

• Manage capital projects from concept through commissioning.

• Troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues.

• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, ISA, IEEE standards.

• Coordinate contractors, integrators, and equipment suppliers.

• Support reliability improvements, root‑cause analysis, and change management.

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• 8+ years in electrical, automation, or control systems engineering.

• 3+ years of engineering leadership experience.

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, MCCs, VFDs, and instrumentation.

• Experience with PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, and industrial networks.

• Proven success leading engineering teams and projects.
Preferred

• PE license.

• Master’s degree in engineering or business.

• Experience in industrial manufacturing or process industries.

• PMP or automation/reliability certifications.

• Familiarity with industrial cybersecurity and Industry 4.0 technologies.
Why This Role Stands Out

• High‑impact leadership role with visibility across operations.

• Ownership of major automation and modernization projects.

• Opportunity to shape long‑term electrical and controls strategy.

• Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team in a growing organization.
Benefits

• Annual Base Salary + 10% annual performance bonus

• Medical insurance options

• Traditional PPO with optional medical FSA

• High Deductible Health Plan with HSA

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Dependent care FSA

• 401(k) with 4% employer match

• Paid time off

• Employer‑paid short‑term disability, long‑term disability, basic life, and AD&D

• Employee assistance program

• Optional voluntary life insurance

• Pet insurance

• Tuition reimbursement