Electrical and Control Systems Engineering Manager

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