Baggage Handling Programs Lead

SCIO Automation North America; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

SCIO Automation North America seeks a technical leader to start and head our Baggage/Package Handling Group in the US. You will design and scale automated baggage handling control systems across North America, leveraging hundreds of controls engineers to deliver large-scale projects.

In this role you will recruit, mentor and manage cross-functional teams, review specifications, enforce standards, and oversee installation and commissioning to ensure on-time delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in baggage handling or similar large-scale logistics projects.
• 5–10+ years in project management with increasing scope (typically $5M–$20M+ projects).
• Background in engineering, installation, commissioning, testing, or controls integration for logistics/automation.
• Experience managing subcontractors, consultants, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the new Baggage/Package Handling Group, leveraging existing controls engineering resources for large-scale projects.
• Review specifications and internal standards, ensure compliance and quality.
• Oversee installation oversight and project execution.
• Manage engineering team and cross-functional collaboration across mechanical, electrical, and software/controls.

Skills

Leadership

Baggage handling systems

Project management

Electrical/Controls

Subcontractor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PMP certification

PE/EIT license

OSHA/NEC safety training

Job description

SCIO Automation North America seeks a technical leader to start and head our Baggage/Package Handling Group in the US. You will design and scale automated baggage handling control systems across North America, leveraging hundreds of controls engineers to deliver large-scale projects.

In this role you will recruit, mentor and manage cross-functional teams, review specifications, enforce standards, and oversee installation and commissioning to ensure on-time delivery and client satisfaction.