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Controls Engineering Supervisor

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Job Description

Job Description

Controls Engineering Supervisor

Department: Engineering
Reports To: Engineering Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineering Supervisor to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of industrial automation and control systems. This role oversees a team of controls engineers and ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with safety, quality, and performance standards.

You will play a key leadership role in driving system reliability, continuous improvement, and automation innovation across manufacturing operations.

Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & Development
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of controls engineers

  • Assign projects and manage workloads to meet deadlines

  • Conduct performance reviews and foster a collaborative, accountable culture

Automation & Controls Oversight
  • Oversee design, programming, installation, and commissioning of PLC, HMI, SCADA, and automation systems

  • Support integration of robotics and high-speed assembly systems

  • Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex system failures

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase uptime, reliability, and efficiency

  • Evaluate and implement new automation technologies

Project & Operational Management
  • Manage project scope, budgets, timelines, and resources

  • Ensure systems meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements

  • Partner with Production, Maintenance, Safety, and Engineering teams to align automation with operational goals

  • Track and report on project progress, system performance, and improvement initiatives

Performance Focus

Success in this role is measured by:

  • On-time, on-budget project delivery

  • System reliability and uptime

  • Root cause resolution effectiveness

  • Team productivity and employee development

  • Continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives

  • Compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards

Qualifications & Experience
  • Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

  • 5+ years of controls/automation experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role

  • Strong experience with PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and industrial control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)

  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus)

  • Experience with robotics and high-speed automated assembly processes

  • Strong background in electrical systems, instrumentation, and industrial automation standards

  • Familiarity with ISO-based quality and environmental management systems

  • Proficient in MS Office and MS Project

  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

  • Flexibility to support weekend or off-shift work when required

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to lead impactful automation initiatives, mentor a skilled engineering team, and shape the future of advanced manufacturing systems in a dynamic production environment.

 

Vacancy posted 23 days ago
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