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Controls Engineering Manager - Phoenix, Arizona

Michael Page International

  • Phoenix, Arizona
  • 6 days ago
  • $140,000–$155,000 Per Year
  • Full-time

Highlights

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline. Work on technically challenging projects in a highly automated, technology-driven manufacturing environment.
Michael Page International

Numbers & Facts

LocationPhoenix, Arizona
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$140,000–$155,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Controls Engineering Manager

Lead, mentor, and develop a Controls Engineering team supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation. Drive initiatives that improve automation reliability, equipment uptime, and overall process performance. Establish and maintain controls engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices. Oversee industrial automation systems, including PLCs, SCADA platforms, HMIs, instrumentation, and process control infrastructure. Manage and maintain plant historian systems and related data collection platforms. Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for manufacturing and maintenance teams. Develop data-driven solutions that enhance process reliability and operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with site standards, regulatory requirements, and change management processes. Collaborate with equipment suppliers, contractors, and technology partners to implement effective automation solutions. Lead controls engineering activities for capital projects from planning through commissioning and startup. Manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation for automation-related initiatives. Support industrial network infrastructure and control system cybersecurity efforts. Participate in on-call support and provide technical assistance during outages, maintenance events, and critical operational situations.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of 10 years of industrial controls or automation engineering experience within a manufacturing setting.
  • At least 5 years of experience leading, supervising, or managing engineering teams.
  • Proven background delivering capital projects and managing engineering initiatives from concept to implementation.
  • Deep knowledge of industrial control systems, instrumentation, and process automation technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with PLC programming, SCADA systems, HMI development, and industrial networking.
  • Understanding of historian platforms, data acquisition systems, and process optimization tools.
  • Experience with Foundation Fieldbus and other industrial communication protocols.
  • Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across the business.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Experience in chemical processing or a highly regulated manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification is preferred but not required.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead a critical engineering function within a global manufacturing organization.
  • High-visibility leadership role with direct influence on plant performance and automation strategy.
  • Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies, industrial automation systems, and large-scale capital projects.
  • Collaborative environment that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
  • Opportunity to mentor and develop engineering talent while building a strong technical team.
  • Long-term career progression within a stable and globally recognized organization.
  • The chance to make a measurable impact on operational efficiency, plant reliability, and business success.
  • Work on technically challenging projects in a highly automated, technology-driven manufacturing environment.

Job summary:

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Production, Manufacturing

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Phoenix

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Delaney Sandner

Job Reference: JN-082026-7085138

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

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