This role is responsible for leading project management and engineering design efforts for industrial automation and control system projects. The position ensures successful execution from concept through completion, delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with effective project leadership and a high level of accountability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage assigned projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.

• Coordinate project tasks and provide clear direction to team members.

• Review and validate control system designs (hardware and software) for accuracy, functionality, and compliance with specifications.

• Ensure all designs are independently reviewed before release for procurement, customer delivery, or field implementation.

• Develop and maintain electrical and control system designs, including schematics, layouts, and standardized modules.

• Maintain accurate project documentation, including drawings, change logs, and engineering records.

• Follow established engineering processes and ensure timely delivery of all project deliverables.

• Support sales and estimating efforts as needed.

• Stay current with industry technologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Take full ownership and accountability for project execution and outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in project management and engineering design within an industrial automation or controls environment.

• Demonstrated experience managing projects from concept through completion, including scope, budget, and schedule accountability.

• Strong knowledge of control system design, including hardware (panel design, wiring diagrams) and software (PLC/HMI programming).

• Proven ability to review and validate engineering designs for technical accuracy, compliance with specifications, and adherence to standards.

• Experience developing and maintaining engineering documentation, including CAD drawings, design packages, and change logs.

• Familiarity with industry standards, specifications, and best practices related to automation and control systems.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Effective communication skills, with the ability to lead project meetings, coordinate cross-functional teams, and interface with customers.

• Experience with project estimating and supporting pre-sales or proposal activities is a plus.

• Proficiency with engineering design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical or similar) and standard office software.

• Self-motivated with a high level of accountability, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement.