Control Systems Manager - Irving TX

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc. in Irving, TX is seeking a Control Systems Manager to lead automation, OT and APC strategies for our air separation plants.

You will direct a team of automation engineers, oversee projects from conception to commissioning, and ensure uptime, safety, and efficiency. The ideal candidate has deep PLC/SCADA expertise and a proven track record in capital projects, MOC processes, and cybersecurity alignment across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ABET) or 10 years of equivalent control systems experience.
• 8+ years in industrial automation or OT in continuous-process manufacturing.
• 3+ years of direct people management and mentoring experience.
• Strong background in APC, optimization, and AI/digital transformation awareness.

Responsibilities

• Direct a multidisciplinary automation team and provide technical direction across plant controls and OT.
• Establish standards for PLC/SCADA programming, code management and documentation.
• Lead CapEx projects from design through commissioning and delivery.
• Support 24/7 plant operations and drive continuous improvement and safety.
• Govern OT infrastructure, data historization, and cybersecurity practices.

Skills

SCADA/DCS architectures

PLC systems

MOC/change control

Control system validation IQ/OQ/PQ

OT cybersecurity

Education

ABET-accredited degree or 10 years experience

Tools

Siemens WinCC

Siemens SIMATIC S7

Allen-Bradley

Ignition

Inductive Automation

Job description

CONTROL SYSTEMS MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly skilled Control Systems Manager to lead the automation, operational technology, and advanced process control strategy for our air separation plants. In this role, you will lead a team of automation engineers, manage complex engineering projects from conception to completion, and ensure maximum system uptime, safety, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate blends deep technical expertise in PLC/SCADA programming with strong leadership capabilities to drive continuous improvement and technological innovation across our facilities. This role is based out of the Irving, TX office.

Essential Functions

• Direct a multidisciplinary automation team, providing mentorship and technical direction across plant controls, project engineering, operational technology (OT), and advanced process control (APC).
• Establish and enforce company-wide standards for PLC/SCADA programming, code management, and engineering documentation across the plant fleet.
• Manage department logistics, including setting key performance indicators (KPIs), estimating capital project budgets, and managing specialized external vendors or system integrators.
• Support 24/7/365 continuous plant operations by ensuring all control system needs are met and minimizing production downtime, while leading full root-cause investigations into any control system failures or anomalies to implement corrective actions and prevent future occurrences.
• Govern plant Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure by ensuring high availability, robust data historization, and strict adherence to safety codes, industry standards, and corporate cybersecurity protocols.
• Orchestrate modernization and automation CapEx projects by identifying obsolete or underperforming legacy hardware, networks, and software applications, and directing controls project engineers from early-stage architecture design through final commissioning to deliver upgrades smoothly, on time, within budget, and to the correct scope via extensive cross-functional coordination.
• Oversee and maintain upgrades of departmental and corporate business systems like maintenance programs, electronic management of change systems, inventory management systems, etc.
• Drive plant energy efficiency and performance optimization by guiding the development and deployment of Advanced Process Control (APC), while actively pursuing AI systems, new automation technologies, and digital transformation projects.
• Enforce strict Management of Change (MOC) protocols for all control system modifications, ensuring thorough risk assessment, documentation, and pre-commissioning safety reviews are completed prior to implementation.
• Maintain the validated state of plant control systems, ensuring all software, hardware, and logic changes comply with medical product manufacturing regulations and quality standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, safety, quality and engineering teams to align automation strategies with global business goals.
• Assist with Corporate cybersecurity initiatives such as working with IT and our European and Asian partners to develop OT protocols for all operations related groups.
• Coordinate with team to preserve control system backups and manage annual funding for operational licenses critical to operations.

Required for AllJobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university (Electrical, Chemical, Automation/Control Systems, Mechanical, or closely related technical discipline) OR 10 years of equivalent control systems project engineering experience is preferred

Work Experience

• 8+ years of progressive experience in industrial automation, control systems engineering, or operational technology within a continuous-process manufacturing environment is required
• 3+ years of Direct people management or formal teamleadership experience, with a proven track record of developing and mentoring multidisciplinary engineering teams is preferred
• 5+ years of Demonstrated track record of successfully managing automation capital projects (CapEx) from design through final commissioning is preferred
• 5+ years of Strong background in process optimization, with exposure to Advanced Process Control (APC), multivariable optimization, or digital transformation/AI systems integration is preferred
• 5+ years of Experience with air separation units, including compressors, turbomachinery and distillation columns is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Deep understanding of SCADA and DCS architectures, including platforms such as Siemens WinCC, Simatic HMIs, Inductive Automation, Ignition, and data historization systems.
• Strong technical proficiency in PLC systems, including Siemens Simatic S7, Allen-Bradley, and related industrial automation hardware/logic.
• Expert knowledge of Management of Change (MOC) processes and rigid change-control frameworks within strictly regulated manufacturing environments (such as medical-grade product validation or FDA compliance).
• Deep understanding of control system validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) required to maintain a validated state for software, hardware, and logic modifications.
• Familiarity with industrial Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure, network topologies, industrial cybersecurity protocols, and safety codes.
• Knowledge of process optimization concepts, including Advanced Process Control (APC), multivariable optimization, and emerging technologies like AI or digital transformation tools.
• Advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project and Power BI
• Familiarity with ASU-specific equipment like turbo-expanders, cryogenic pumps, and adsorption pretreatment units.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to orchestrate extensive cross-functional coordination and manage project constraints (time, budget, and scope).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working Condition: This role will be performed primarily in an office environment, requiring extensive daily usage of a computer, and other office equipment.
• Working Condition: This role supports 24/7 operations and requires occasional night and/or weekend remote support.
• Working Condition: Field Coverage will potentially occur wherever Matheson has a facility, and during any season.
• Physical Demands: Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Physical Demands: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depthperceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Working Condition: This role will be performed in office environments as well as in industrial field environments. While performing duties of this job it would occasionally be required to:
  • Be exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme cold (e.g. operating plant).
  • Be exposed to outside weather conditions (e.g. cold box valves, filling trailers).
  • Be exposed to high, precarious places (e.g. cold box, repair work).
  • Be exposed to high noise levels (e.g. Plant rounds,maintenance)
• Working Condition: May also be required to work from a home location, which must be conducive to performing the role and duties, including virtual/video meetings.
• Working Condition: Must sign NDA, have a clean driving record and pass background check and drug test.
• Travel Requirements Estimated Amount Brief Description: 25% Potential Field Coverage
• Pay Range $150,000 to $180,000 annually

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complieswith the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protectedveteran status. EOE AAM/F/VET/Disability