IT Control Engineering Manager

Forge Nano Inc • Thornton, CO

62d • $108,000 - $142,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The IT Control Engineering Manager will lead Forge Nano's Controls Engineering and IT/OT systems group, responsible for automation architecture, PLC/SCADA development, equipment software integration, and compliance with SEMI and ISO standards. This role ensures the robust and secure control of tools in R&D and production environments, while scaling infrastructure to support global manufacturing sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Control Systems, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 8 - 10+ years in controls/automation engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven background in semiconductor or advanced equipment control systems (vacuum, gas delivery, robotics, automation).
• Hands-on experience with PLC (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, etc.), SCADA/HMI, and motion control.
• Strong knowledge of industrial networking (EtherCAT, Modbus, OPC-UA, SECS/GEM).
• Experience with tool integration in cleanroom fabs.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of control engineers and automation specialists.
• Define long-term controls and automation strategies aligned with company growth and SEMI equipment requirements.
• Drive standardization of control software and hardware across product platforms.
• Oversee design, programming, and validation of PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion control systems.
• Manage SCADA and data collection systems for tool monitoring, traceability, and predictive maintenance.
• Integrate equipment controls with MES/ERP systems (CiBZ) and ensure interoperability with fab-level automation.
• Ensure secure IT/OT integration, including industrial networks, firewalls, and data flow to enterprise systems.
• Lead adoption of Industry 4.0 and innovative manufacturing technologies.
• Implement cybersecurity and redundancy strategies to meet SEMI S2, ISO 27001, and customer requirements.
• Ensure all control systems comply with SEMI S2/S8, CE/UL, and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Oversee functional safety design, interlocks, and risk assessments for semiconductor tools.
• Support audits, customer acceptance tests, and regulatory approvals.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables for control system development.
• Provide escalated technical support for field and customer issues.
• Collaborate with R&D, process engineering, and global service teams to optimize equipment performance.

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, holidays, generous PTO, FSA, HSA with qualifying medical plan, numerous voluntary benefits and 401(k) with company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees