Automation Engineering Manager: Lead Modernization & Growth

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom is seeking a Manager of Automation Engineering in Charles City, Iowa. In this role, you will oversee and mentor an automation engineering team, ensuring that control systems operate reliably and efficiently while adhering to all regulatory standards.

This position offers exceptional growth potential, a competitive compensation package, including relocation assistance and performance bonuses, and the chance to work in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on expertise in DCS and control system design.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment required.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or lead role in automation.

Responsibilities

• Manage automation resources and lead high-impact projects.
• Supervise and mentor a team of Automation Engineers.
• Provide hands-on support for PLC, HMI, SCADA, and DCS systems.
• Lead automation roadmap for system modernization.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory standards.

Skills

DCS expertise

PLC/HMI programming

Team leadership

Process optimization

Regulatory standards knowledge

Job description

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom is seeking a Manager of Automation Engineering in Charles City, Iowa. In this role, you will oversee and mentor an automation engineering team, ensuring that control systems operate reliably and efficiently while adhering to all regulatory standards.

This position offers exceptional growth potential, a competitive compensation package, including relocation assistance and performance bonuses, and the chance to work in a collaborative team environment.