Manager, Manufacturing Controls Engineering

Eos Energy Storage•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

The Manufacturing Controls Engineering Manager is a strategic, hands-on leadership role overseeing a team of industrial control system engineers who design, program, and support PLC-based automation systems across manufacturing operations. The role combines industrial automation expertise with leadership and project management to advance innovation, system reliability, and operational excellence. The manager leads and develops the controls engineering team, provides technical guidance on PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols, and oversees control-system standards, documentation, technology integrations, and upgrades. The role manages automation projects from concept through implementation and commissioning, working with production, maintenance, IT, and external vendors to deliver projects on time and within scope and budget. It also leads troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, supports production optimization, and ensures compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The position includes limited local and North American travel, each listed as less than 10%. Work takes place in office and factory environments. Factory conditions may include moving machinery and vehicles, vibration, electrical current, temperature changes, chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, odors, dust, mists, gases, and loud noise. The role requires close visual acuity and may require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of up to 25 pounds in the office and up to 50 pounds in the factory. Factory machinery operation requires safety equipment such as eye protection, hearing protectors, work boots, and lab coats.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field.
At least 7 years of experience in industrial automation.
At least 3 years of experience in a management role.
In-depth knowledge of PLC programming, such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi.
Proficiency with HMI/SCADA platforms and industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and Profibus.
Understanding of machine safety systems, sensors, and actuators.
Proven ability to lead and develop engineering teams.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable plans.
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for control systems and automation equipment.
Experience with root-cause analysis and continuous-improvement methodologies.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing technologies.
PMP certification.
Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of controls engineers.
Foster a collaborative and innovative engineering culture.
Conduct performance evaluations, set team goals, and support professional development.
Provide expert guidance on PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols.
Ensure standardization and documentation of control-system designs and code.
Oversee integration of new automation technologies and upgrades to existing systems.
Manage automation projects from concept through implementation and commissioning.
Collaborate with production, maintenance, IT, and external vendors.
Ensure timely project delivery within scope and budget.
Lead root-cause analysis and resolution of complex control-system issues.
Support production teams with real-time troubleshooting and system optimization.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.