Controls Engineering Manager – Automation Leader

Pyramid, a Duravant Company; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Training programs

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Pyramid - a Duravant Company is seeking a Controls Engineering Manager to lead a team of controls engineers responsible for the design, development, and support of material handling automation systems.

You will manage resources, drive technical standards, oversee capital projects, mentor talent, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. Travel up to 25% is required, with a focus on delivering reliable, scalable control solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years in a direct leadership role in industrial controls or automation engineering.
• 6+ years of progressive industrial controls or automation engineering experience.
• Experience with PLCs' - Ladder Logic.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent engineering projects, delegating authority and responsibility to subordinates as appropriate.
• Allocate resources and oversee capital projects to meet objectives and timelines.
• Approve proposals, expenditures, and policy enforcement.
• Lead and develop the controls engineering team, including recruiting, hiring, and training.
• Establish and enforce documentation standards and processes.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and alignment with industry best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

PLC Ladder Logic

Communication

Analytical thinking

Budgeting

Team mentoring

Planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

MBA or Master’s preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Pyramid - a Duravant Company is seeking a Controls Engineering Manager to lead a team of controls engineers responsible for the design, development, and support of material handling automation systems.

You will manage resources, drive technical standards, oversee capital projects, mentor talent, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. Travel up to 25% is required, with a focus on delivering reliable, scalable control solutions.