Systems Engineering Area Manager, Operations
About The Position
What happens when automation, operational data, engineering systems, and the people running a critical facility all need to work together seamlessly? That’s where you come in. As the Systems Engineering Area Manager, Operations, you’ll lead the team responsible for connecting the dots across the systems that operate, monitor, and optimize Centrus’ modern industrial facilities. You’ll turn operational challenges into smart engineering and technology solutions, improve how systems work together, and help the organization get more value from its data. From system integration and process optimization to troubleshooting complex issues and guiding major technology investments, you’ll be at the center of making our operations more connected, reliable, efficient, and ready for what’s next.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, automation, or a related technical field.
- 7+ years of experience in systems engineering, systems integration, industrial automation, operational technology, engineering technology, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience leading engineers, technical professionals, or multidisciplinary project teams.
- Experience integrating operational systems, software applications, databases, controls, or other industrial technology platforms.
- Experience translating operational or business needs into technical requirements and solutions.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex technical troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and continuous-improvement initiatives.
- Strong understanding of system architecture, interfaces, data flows, testing, change control, and application lifecycle management.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a “Q” level security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with MES, historians, operational databases, industrial applications, or systems integration in a manufacturing, energy, nuclear, or other mission-critical environment.
- Familiarity with OT/IT environments, including controls, networking, cybersecurity, operational applications, and data analytics.
- Experience leading digital transformation, automation, predictive analytics, or process optimization initiatives.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license, advanced technical degree, or relevant industry certification.
- Active “Q” or Top Secret Clearance
Responsibilities
- Lead the systems engineering team responsible for integrating operational applications, controls, data, and facility systems
- Turn operational data into meaningful KPIs and actionable insights
- Identify bottlenecks and opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, quality, and throughput
- Guide systems through design, implementation, commissioning, upgrades, and retirement
- Lead cross-functional teams through complex technical problems and root-cause investigations
- Partner with Operations, OT Controls, Facilities, Electrical Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, Maintenance, and other stakeholders to turn big operational challenges into practical solutions
- Develop technical talent
- Manage technology partners
- Set priorities
- Communicate system performance, risks, and investment needs to senior leadership
Benefits
- Bonus eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
