Automation Team Lead: Safety, Quality & Mentorship

Andrews Cooper Technology LLC; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave for maternity/paternity

Generous PTO and holidays

401k with employer contribution

In-office snacks and lunches

Job summary

Andrews Cooper seeks an Engineering Technician Supervisor to lead a team on custom automation builds in a dynamic HardTech environment. You will oversee safety, quality, scheduling, and hands-on testing across mechanical and electrical workstreams.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, clear communication, and collaboration with engineering leadership to ensure timely project delivery and a safe, compliant shop culture. Travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Safety Manager, Technician Manager, or Automation Manager.
• 5+ years of experience building complex non-standardized equipment or products.
• A passion for keeping employees safe while working on complex equipment & electrical wiring.
• Natural leadership ability.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented leadership style.
• Up to 10% of travel may be required between locations.
• Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage employees, safety, and quality on custom automation builds.
• Create process documentation as needed to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Lead technicians supporting mechanical, electrical, and system-level builds and testing.
• Oversee day-to-day lab and shop operations, including scheduling, workload balancing, and priorities.
• Ensure adherence to Andrews Cooper standards, safety practices, and quality processes.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance for assembly, troubleshooting, and test activities.
• Partner with engineering leadership to support project execution and delivery timelines.
• Mentor, coach, and develop technicians through feedback, training, and career growth support.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety focus

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Andrews Cooper seeks an Engineering Technician Supervisor to lead a team on custom automation builds in a dynamic HardTech environment. You will oversee safety, quality, scheduling, and hands-on testing across mechanical and electrical workstreams.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, clear communication, and collaboration with engineering leadership to ensure timely project delivery and a safe, compliant shop culture. Travel to client sites may be required.