Electrical and Control Systems Engineering Manager

Zen Sherpa LLC; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

PPO with optional medical FSA

HDHP with HSA

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with 4% employer match

Paid time off

Disability insurance (STD/ LTD)

Basic life & AD&D

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking an Electrical & Control Systems Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for plant electrical systems, automation, instrumentation, and controls. This role drives reliability, modernization, and safe operation across multiple production areas.

The position requires leading staff, overseeing electrical distribution and instrumentation, and directing PLC/HMI/SCADA/DCS architectures. Strong project management and standards compliance are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in electrical, automation, or control systems engineering.
• 3+ years of engineering leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop electrical, controls, and automation engineering staff.
• Oversee electrical distribution, motor control, instrumentation, and automation systems.
• Direct PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, and industrial network architecture.
• Approve engineering designs, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Manage capital projects from concept through commissioning.

Skills

Electrical systems

Automation

Leadership

Project management

Troubleshooting

Standards compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

HMI

DCS

Industrial networks

MCCs

VFDs

Job description

A growing industrial manufacturer is seeking an Electrical & Control Systems Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for plant electrical systems, automation, instrumentation, and controls. This role drives reliability, modernization, and safe operation across multiple production areas.

Requirements

• Lead and develop electrical, controls, and automation engineering staff.
• Oversee electrical distribution, motor control, instrumentation, and automation systems.
• Direct PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, and industrial network architecture.
• Approve engineering designs, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Manage capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, ISA, IEEE standards.
• Coordinate contractors, integrators, and equipment suppliers.
• Support reliability improvements, root‑cause analysis, and change management.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in electrical, automation, or control systems engineering.
• 3+ years of engineering leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, MCCs, VFDs, and instrumentation.
• Experience with PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, and industrial networks.
• Proven success leading engineering teams and projects.

Preferred

• PE license.
• Master’s degree in engineering or business.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing or process industries.
• PMP or automation/reliability certifications.
• Familiarity with industrial cybersecurity and Industry 4.0 technologies.

Why This Role Stands Out

• High‑impact leadership role with visibility across operations.
• Ownership of major automation and modernization projects.
• Opportunity to shape long‑term electrical and controls strategy.
• Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team in a growing organization.

Benefits

• Annual Base Salary + 10% annual performance bonus
• Medical insurance options
• Traditional PPO with optional medical FSA
• High Deductible Health Plan with HSA
• Dental insuranceVision insuranceDependent care FSA401(k) with 4% employer matchPaid time offEmployer‑paid short‑term disability, long‑term disability, basic life, and AD&DEmployee assistance programOptional voluntary life insurancePet insuranceTuition reimbursement