Controls Manager

Tata Technologies; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Auburn Hills is seeking a Controls Manager to oversee global planning and coordination for controls and software solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of engineering experience, including 2 years in the automotive sector. Responsibilities include leading a team of controls engineers and ensuring alignment of control features across programs. This full-time role demands strong technical solutions delivery and collaborative skills, ideal for those keen on driving continuous improvement in controls engineering processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience, including at least 2 years in the automotive industry.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Previous experience in Controls or Software development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support global planning and execution of Controls and Software programs.
• Provide feasibility assessments and cost evaluations for programs.
• Lead and mentor a team of controls engineers.

Skills

Agile development

MATLAB

Simulink

Embedded C

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Engineering software tools

Job description

At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering, and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth, we are now recruiting for the following position.

Job Title: Controls Manager

Experience: 5–10 Years (minimum 2 years in automotive)
Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Duration: Full Time

Position Overview

The Controls Manager will support global planning, execution, and coordination of programs related to Controls and Software (SW) platform solutions. This role will serve as a key interface between Controls Systems and the Propulsion Systems community, ensuring alignment of controls features, rollout plans, and development activities across programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide feasibility assessments and cost evaluations for Controls and Software solutions across vehicle programs.
• Act as the primary interface representing Controls Systems (controllers and software) within the Propulsion Systems community.
• Coordinate the development of Controls Features across programs and engineering teams.
• Define feature rollout plans that align with program milestones, deliverables, and strategic objectives.
• Support change management, quality assessment, and risk mitigation activities for Controls and Software.
• Lead and mentor a team of controls engineers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
• Ensure rigorous validation of control functions to meet or exceed technical and regulatory requirements throughout the vehicle development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to advance cutting‑edge controls technologies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in controls engineering processes, methodologies, and toolchains.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively on complex systems, delivering high‑quality technical solutions.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience, including at least 2 years in the automotive industry.
• Ability to work effectively in an Agile development environment.
• Previous experience as a Controls or Software developer (MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow, Embedded C), or experience as a testing or calibration engineer is a plus.
• Strong ownership mindset, proactive attitude, and accountability for deliverables.
• Familiarity with software development tools, debugging techniques, and model‑based development processes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work in team‑oriented environments.
• Strong problem‑solving capabilities with exceptional attention to detail.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Tata Technologies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.

Tata Technologies: Engineering a better world.

Tata Technologies would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Each application will be reviewed against the set criteria for the role. We would like to advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days following the closing date it will mean that unfortunately your application has not been successful. We will however retain your details for any suitable future opportunities.