Senior Controls Engineering Leader – PLC/SCADA

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 15%

Student loan repayment match up to 15%

Medical insurance with 75% premiums

Dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Weekly pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick leave, bereavement leave, jury_d義

Job summary

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is seeking an Electrical and Controls Engineering Manager to lead the Controls Engineering team responsible for PLC/HMI-based systems.

This role combines technical execution with business development for controls services and requires strong leadership to drive project success. The position oversees engineering tasks, fosters client relationships, and collaborates with executives to align project strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Electrical, Computer, or Electronics Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years in controls engineering including PLC/HMI.
• Proven leadership and mentorship abilities.
• Strong communication with clients and internal teams.
• Experience in construction or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the PLC engineering team, including task assignments, performance evaluations, and mentorship.
• Present customized solutions for controls upgrades and facility expansions to drive new business opportunities.
• Foster long-term client relationships to support ongoing and future projects.
• Coordinate with internal departments and executive leadership to align on project execution strategies.
• Schedule engineering tasks based on field and shop requirements to meet critical deadlines.
• Develop and implement sequences of operation per client and project specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control system issues on-site and remotely.
• Travel as needed (approximately 10-20%) for client meetings, commissioning, and support.

Skills

PLC/HMI programming

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Industrial project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Electronics Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is seeking an Electrical and Controls Engineering Manager to lead the Controls Engineering team responsible for PLC/HMI-based systems.

This role combines technical execution with business development for controls services and requires strong leadership to drive project success. The position oversees engineering tasks, fosters client relationships, and collaborates with executives to align project strategies.