Controls Engineering Manager

Controls Engineering Manager – Winchester, VA $118kSeeking a Controls Engineering Manager in Winchester, VA to lead automation initiatives. The role manages engineers across projects, directs control system development, and requires both technical skill and leadership experience. Ideal candidates have senior controls engineering backgrounds and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on work. Collaboration with engineering, IT/OT, and operations is key for delivering scalable automation solutions. Will work with engineering, IT/OT, and operations teams to provide automation solutions that can scale effectively.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor a team of controls engineers.Oversee design, development, and implementation of automation and control systems.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integration.Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets.Ensure standardization and best practices in controls engineering.Troubleshoot complex automation issues.Evaluate and implement new technologies for improved performance and efficiency.Manage vendor relationships and support system upgrades.Balance strategic planning with hands-on project support as needed.Preferred Skills and Quali cations5+ years of experience as a senior-level controls engineer in the automation fieldExtensive project management and leadership experience with controls engineering technologies, IT/OT environments, and automation softwareStrong knowledge of Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and/or Schneider industrial PLC platformsExperience with project, fiscal and personnel managementGood understanding of Agile methodologiesHands-on experience with both front-end and back-end development concepts within automation environmentsAbility to optimize resources and drive efficiency across multiple projectsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsLicenses /Certi cationsBSc/MSc in Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant preferred.