Controls Engineering Supervisor

Department: Engineering
Reports To: Engineering Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineering Supervisor to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of industrial automation and control systems. This role oversees a team of controls engineers and ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with safety, quality, and performance standards.

You will play a key leadership role in driving system reliability, continuous improvement, and automation innovation across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of controls engineers

• Assign projects and manage workloads to meet deadlines

• Conduct performance reviews and foster a collaborative, accountable culture

Automation & Controls Oversight

• Oversee design, programming, installation, and commissioning of PLC, HMI, SCADA, and automation systems

• Support integration of robotics and high-speed assembly systems

• Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex system failures

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase uptime, reliability, and efficiency

• Evaluate and implement new automation technologies

Project & Operational Management

• Manage project scope, budgets, timelines, and resources

• Ensure systems meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements

• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Safety, and Engineering teams to align automation with operational goals

• Track and report on project progress, system performance, and improvement initiatives

Performance Focus

Success in this role is measured by:

• On-time, on-budget project delivery

• System reliability and uptime

• Root cause resolution effectiveness

• Team productivity and employee development

• Continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives

• Compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

• 5+ years of controls/automation experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role

• Strong experience with PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and industrial control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profibus)

• Experience with robotics and high-speed automated assembly processes

• Strong background in electrical systems, instrumentation, and industrial automation standards

• Familiarity with ISO-based quality and environmental management systems

• Proficient in MS Office and MS Project

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Flexibility to support weekend or off-shift work when required

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to lead impactful automation initiatives, mentor a skilled engineering team, and shape the future of advanced manufacturing systems in a dynamic production environment.