Senior Automation & Controls Engineering Lead

Shurtape Technologies, LLC; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Shurtape Technologies, LLC is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineering Manager in Hickory, NC. You will oversee automation maintenance teams and manage site electrical systems, drive capital projects, and lead plant-wide electrical strategies.

Qualified candidates bring a BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, 10+ years in manufacturing automation, and strong HMI/PLC expertise. This role emphasizes mentorship, Lean thinking, and advancing safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent manufacturing experience required.
• 10+ years in engineering/manufacturing settings with automation
• 7+ years’ experience in HMI/PLC programming and electrical systems
• Experience with high/low voltage work and control circuits

Responsibilities

• Supervise automation technicians at the Hickory Complex.
• Lead capital projects, PLC/HMI networks, wiring, and documentation.
• Develop plant masterplan for electrical systems and automation.
• Mentor Automation and Multi-Craft Technicians.
• Research equipment and emerging tech for cost-effective solutions.

Skills

HMI programming

PLC programming

Leadership / supervision

Electrical design

High/low voltage electrical work

Problem solving

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Wonderware

Historian

SQL

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens S7

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Shurtape Technologies, LLC is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineering Manager in Hickory, NC. You will oversee automation maintenance teams and manage site electrical systems, drive capital projects, and lead plant-wide electrical strategies.

Qualified candidates bring a BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, 10+ years in manufacturing automation, and strong HMI/PLC expertise. This role emphasizes mentorship, Lean thinking, and advancing safety and reliability.