Controls Engineering Supervisor

Controls Engineering SupervisorHireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Controls Engineering Supervisor to join one of our valued client partners in Lancaster, Ohio. This opportunity is ideal for a technical leader with extensive industrial automation experience who is passionate about developing engineering teams, improving manufacturing processes, and delivering reliable control system solutions. The successful candidate will provide leadership over controls engineering initiatives while driving automation performance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor, and develop a team of Controls EngineersManage controls engineering projects from planning through successful implementationOversee project schedules, budgets, staffing, and engineering resourcesDirect the design, installation, programming, testing, and commissioning of industrial control systemsIntegrate and optimize PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other automation technologiesDiagnose and resolve complex electrical controls, automation, and system integration issuesDevelop and implement continuous improvement initiatives that improve manufacturing efficiencyPartner with production, maintenance, quality, and safety teams to support plant operationsEnsure compliance with applicable safety regulations, engineering standards, and company proceduresProvide technical guidance on equipment upgrades, automation improvements, and capital projectsRequired QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a closely related engineering disciplineMinimum 5 years of controls engineering experience within a manufacturing environmentMinimum 2 years of engineering leadership or supervisory experienceStrong PLC programming experience, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens platformsExperience with SCADA, HMI, industrial automation, and system integrationStrong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic abilitiesExperience managing multiple engineering projects simultaneouslyExcellent communication, leadership, and organizational skillsAbility to work onsite in Lancaster, OhioU.S.-based applicants onlyMust be authorized to work in the United StatesPreferred QualificationsProfessional Engineering (P.E.) license or advanced engineering certificationsExperience leading automation modernization or plant expansion projectsExperience with robotics, industrial networking, or motion control systemsKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologiesExperience supporting capital equipment installationsStrong cross-functional leadership experience working with operations, maintenance, and production teamsExperience developing engineering standards, documentation, and best practicesHireNow PackageCompensation: $130,000–$140,000 annuallyBenefits: Comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunitiesEmployment Type: Full-TimeWork Location: Onsite – Lancaster, OhioWork Arrangement: Onsite Only (No Hybrid or Remote)Headcount: 1HireNow ChecklistHireNow Staffing is recruiting a Controls Engineering Supervisor who demonstrates the following:Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related fieldMinimum five years of controls engineering experienceMinimum two years of engineering leadership or supervisory experienceStrong PLC programming expertise with Allen-Bradley and Siemens platformsExperience integrating and supporting SCADA and HMI systemsAdvanced troubleshooting and industrial automation knowledgeExperience managing engineering projects from concept through implementationStrong leadership, communication, and project management skillsCommitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvementMeets all required qualifications while demonstrating several preferred qualificationsHireNow Standout CandidatesCandidates will be viewed most favorably if they demonstrate:Extensive manufacturing automation leadership experienceProven success leading high-performing controls engineering teamsExperience implementing plant-wide automation improvementsStrong knowledge of industrial networking, robotics, and advanced automation technologiesSuccess managing large capital engineering projectsExcellent collaboration across engineering, production, maintenance, and executive leadershipStable employment history demonstrating leadership, technical expertise, and long-term career progressionHireNow DisqualifiersThe following will prevent candidates from moving forward in the hiring process:Frequent unexplained job changes or unstable employment history (jumpy resumes will not be accepted or interviewed)Less than five years of controls engineering experienceLess than two years of engineering leadership or supervisory experienceNo experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLC systemsLimited experience supporting SCADA and HMI platformsInability to work onsite in Lancaster, OhioApplicants requiring employment sponsorshipCandidates who do not meet the core qualifications listed for this positionHireNow Staffing DisclaimerHireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this Controls Engineering Supervisor opportunity.

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