Electrical Controls Design Manager

Automationtechies; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match and profit分享

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

Educational assistance

Employee programs

Job summary

Automationtechies is seeking an Electrical Controls Design Manager to lead a team of engineers and CAD designers in the Twin Cities area. You will own the control panel design function, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality, UL 508A compliant panels for industrial customers.

The role requires strong leadership, deep experience with AutoCAD Electrical, and knowledge of UL/CSA/NEC/NFPA standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical controls hardware or control panel design.
• Expert-level AutoCAD Electrical skills; EPLAN or SolidWorks experience a plus.
• UL 508A MTR certification, or the ability to obtain it.
• Strong knowledge of UL, CSA, NEC, and NFPA standards for industrial control panels.
• Team leadership experience, or a strong readiness to step into a leadership role.
• Rockwell Automation hardware and software experience a plus.
• Background in controls engineering, project management, or engineering sales.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-first approach.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and grow a team of controls design engineers and CAD designers.
• Own the control panel design function, delivering projects on time and on budget.
• Review and approve schematics and panel designs for functionality and UL 508A compliance.
• Select and specify control hardware and components for industrial control systems.
• Partner with project managers, the panel shop, and controls engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Build and document design standards and process improvements.
• Serve as the go-to resource for field personnel on complex hardware issues.
• Support project scoping through site walk-throughs and accurate estimates of panel components and materials.
• Work in the office with occasional shop and site visits; occasional overnight travel.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

SolidWorks

UL 508A certification

Rockwell Automation

Job description

Electrical Controls Design Manager

Automationtechies is partnering with a well-established industrial controls and system integration firm in search of an Electrical Controls Design Manager to join their team in the Twin Cities, MN area. This is a permanent, hybrid opportunity for an experienced control panel design professional ready to lead a team of engineers and CAD designers, shape design standards, and deliver high-quality, UL-compliant control panels for industrial customers.

This role offers a salary of $110,000 – $140,000 plus a potential annual bonus, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with company match and profit sharing, generous PTO, paid parental leave, educational assistance, and additional employee programs.

Overview:

• Lead, coach, and grow a team of controls design engineers and CAD designers, including hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews.
• Own the control panel design function, delivering projects on time, on budget, and to a high standard of quality.
• Review and approve schematics and panel designs for functionality, safety, and UL 508A compliance, and serve as the point of contact for UL inspections.
• Select and specify control hardware and components for industrial control systems.
• Partner with project managers, the panel shop, and controls engineering teams to deliver seamless, integrated solutions.
• Build and document design standards and process improvements that raise the team’s efficiency and quality.
• Serve as the go-to resource for field personnel on complex hardware issues and troubleshooting.
• Support project scoping through site walk-throughs and accurate estimates of panel components and materials.
• Work in the office, with visits to the shop and job sites as needed. Occasional overnight travel.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in electrical controls hardware or control panel design.
• Expert-level AutoCAD Electrical skills; EPLAN or SolidWorks experience a plus.
• UL 508A MTR certification, or the ability to obtain it.
• Strong knowledge of UL, CSA, NEC, and NFPA standards for industrial control panels.
• Team leadership experience, or a strong readiness to step into a leadership role.
• Rockwell Automation hardware and software experience a plus.
• Background in controls engineering, project management, or engineering sales.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-first approach.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Automationtechies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship or immigration status where protected by law, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Work Authorization and Visa Sponsorship
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this position, either now or in the future.