Lead Controls & Data Engineering – Hands-On, High-Impact

CKC Automation; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

CKC Automation seeks a hands-on Controls & Data Engineering Manager to lead a talented team and remain deeply involved in project work. You will direct PLC, SCADA, and HMI initiatives from concept through commissioning, ensuring technical excellence and on-time delivery.

You will partner with engineering, PM, and sales to scope solutions, mentor engineers, and drive continuous improvement across programs. This role demands initiative and accountability.

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership experience in industrial automation projects.
• Strong background in PLC/SCADA/HMI architecture and startup.
• Proven ability to guide multi-discipline teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end automation projects from concept to commissioning.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performance controls team.
• Collaborate with sales and management to scope solutions and drive delivery.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Development

SCADA Systems

Industrial Networking

Team Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Rockwell Automation

Siemens PLC

FactoryTalk / WinCC / Ignition

Job description

CKC Automation seeks a hands-on Controls & Data Engineering Manager to lead a talented team and remain deeply involved in project work. You will direct PLC, SCADA, and HMI initiatives from concept through commissioning, ensuring technical excellence and on-time delivery.

You will partner with engineering, PM, and sales to scope solutions, mentor engineers, and drive continuous improvement across programs. This role demands initiative and accountability.