Manufacturing Engineering Manager: Controls & Automation Leader

Accelera; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement planning assistance

Job summary

Accelera in Columbia, MD is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Controls/Automation) to lead a diverse engineering team focused on material handling technologies. You will guide a group through design to manufacturing, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and controls engineering, and experience with PLC programming and electrical schematics.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership that builds a collaborative workplace culture.
• Deep technical knowledge in electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering.
• Strong project management to plan, schedule, and control costs.
• Analytical thinking and practical approach to complex challenges.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Guide and coach engineers to reach their full potential.
• Oversee lifecycle of engineering projects from design to manufacturing.
• Provide technical direction across electrical, mechanical, and controls domains.
• Optimize workflows to improve team output and project results.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure designs integrate into production.
• Maintain clear stakeholder communication to meet goals and client needs.
• Allocate personnel, funds, and tools to satisfy project requirements.
• Support a safe working environment in line with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical thinking

Lean manufacturing

Team collaboration

Resource management

Electrical systems

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

PLC programming

Electrical diagrams

Job description

Accelera in Columbia, MD is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Controls/Automation) to lead a diverse engineering team focused on material handling technologies. You will guide a group through design to manufacturing, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and controls engineering, and experience with PLC programming and electrical schematics.