Factory Automation & PLC Services Manager

LVI Associates

Charlotte (NC)

Hybrid

USD 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)

Employee-owned structure with competitive equity program

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid time off, holidays, and additional leave options

Career development and financial wellness support

Employee assistance and wellness programs

Job summary

A leading engineering and automation services provider seeks a hands-on Manager to lead its Factory Automation and PLC Services team in Charlotte, NC. This hybrid position emphasizes technical leadership, project oversight, and client engagement, ideal for candidates passionate about mentoring engineers and delivering high-quality automation solutions.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience in PLC systems including at least 2 in leadership.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Willingness to travel up to 50% across NC, SC, and VA.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of PLC engineers.
Manage project lifecycles ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
Serve as a technical advisor to clients on system architecture.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Automation or a related field

Job description

Factory Automation & PLC Services Manager

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A leading engineering and automation services provider is seeking a hands-on Manager to lead its Factory Automation and PLC Services team. This is a hybrid position offering a dynamic blend of technical leadership, project oversight, and client engagement. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in industrial automation, a passion for mentoring engineers, and a track record of delivering high-quality solutions.

What's on Offer

Hybrid work model (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Employee-owned structure with a competitive equity program
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off, holidays, and additional leave options
Career development and financial wellness support
Employee assistance and wellness programs

Role Overview

This leadership role involves managing a team of automation engineers, overseeing project execution, and ensuring technical excellence across PLC, HMI, SCADA, and IIoT systems. You'll work closely with clients, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to deliver tailored automation solutions across the Southeast region.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of PLC engineers, fostering technical growth and collaboration
Manage project lifecycles from planning through execution, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
Provide technical oversight and troubleshooting for complex automation systems
Serve as a technical advisor to clients on system architecture, technology selection, and implementation strategies
Coordinate resource planning and allocate engineering support across projects and sales opportunities
Support proposal development by contributing to scopes of work and cost estimates
Develop and enforce standard operating procedures to maintain service quality
Conduct performance reviews and support continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor team KPIs and implement strategies for performance optimization
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices

Qualifications

Required:

U.S. Citizenship
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in PLC systems, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Willingness to travel up to 50% across NC, SC, and VA
Valid driver's license

Preferred: