Controls Engineering Manager

E Tech Group; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Generous PTO

Training & development

Job summary

E Tech Group in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Controls Engineering Manager to lead a growing team delivering integrated electrical and control systems for the Life Sciences and other sectors.

The role is onsite with up to 30% travel, requiring 8+ years in automation and 3+ years of people leadership, offering growth, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years in industrial automation / controls integration.
• 3+ years leading and mentoring a team.
• Experience with PLC/SCADA programming in one or more brands.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers to deliver integrated electrical and control systems.
• Develop and execute project delivery plans with budget and schedule oversight.
• Collaborate with executives, sales, and project management to drive growth.
• Specify and configure hardware components and industrial control panels.
• Design and configure PLC/SCADA networks and generate test procedures.
• Meet with clients to ensure expectations are met and drive growth.

Skills

Industrial automation

Team leadership

PLC/SCADA programming

Budgeting & cost control

Education

BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Schneider Electric

AVEVA

Rockwell

Job description

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinkingexperts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.

We’re adding to our team and growing across our markets! We are seeking a Controls Engineering Manager who will support multiple projects and lead a growing team of engineers & technical resources with strong dotted lines to sales & project management. This is an excellent hands‑on opportunity to provide technical solutions and play a vital role growing a line of business with high visibility and tremendous growth potential. This is a onsite position with 30% travel.

Building Management Systems experience required; ideally in a new construction environment.

You will:

• Work with Executive Management, Sales, and Marketing to develop a business growth plan to drive growth.
• Lead & mentor a team of engineers & technical resources to build a strong, capable project delivery team.
• Design and implementation of integrated electrical and control systems
• Work cooperatively with engineering, design, production, and field service staff.
• Responsible for aspects of project budget and schedule requirements.
• Be responsible for driving the profit & loss (P&L) of the team on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Specify and configure various hardware components such as, instrumentation, PLCs, communication systems and industrial control panels.
• Design and configure PLC/SCADA networks.
• Generate test procedures and forms.
• Meet with key clients to ensure that we are meeting or exceeding their expectations and to participate in driving our growth with them.
• Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

You have:

• BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent educational background.
• 8+ years in industrial automation / controls integration industry.
• 3+ years managing and leading a team.
• Knowledge of standard engineering practices and procedures.
• Ability to develop PLC and HMI programs within one or more languages (Schneider Electric, AVEVA, Rockwell, etc.)
• Experience with process controls instrumentation.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, lift a minimum of 50lbs and walk up and down stairs and or fixed ladders numerous times.

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you can advance your career. As an E Tech associate, you can unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities.

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs.

E Tech Group is an Affiant Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

(Salary Range -$160,000-$200,000)