Controls Engineering Supervisor

Controls Engineering Supervisor

Location: Frederick, MD

Salary: $140,000-$165,000

Summary of Essential Job Functions

The Controls Engineering Supervisor leads electrical and controls initiatives that support equipment reliability, throughput, and continuous improvement. This role manages and develops a team of controls professionals while overseeing the planning and execution of controls projects in a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and drive electrical and controls continuous improvement initiatives while managing and supporting direct reports through project execution
• Ensure timely and structured delivery of controls projects using plant resources, centralized engineering teams, or external contractors
• Partner with production and plant leadership to diagnose and resolve electrical and controls issues affecting equipment uptime and throughput
• Support the scheduling and execution of repairs, maintenance, and installation of instrumentation and control systems to maintain uninterrupted operations
• Serve as a technical expert for complex electrical and controls issues, identifying root causes and preventing recurrence through improved procedures and training
• Resolve technical and logistical challenges within controls improvement projects led by team members
• Direct maintenance activities related to power distribution systems, including main power infrastructure and motor control centers (MCCs)
• Develop, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance programs in collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams
• Review production, quality, and maintenance data to prioritize work, adjust plans, and identify opportunities for controls improvements
• Develop and implement methods, standards, and procedures to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize labor and material usage
• Train, mentor, and supervise team members to improve performance and ensure adherence to policies and procedures
• Lead electrical safety compliance efforts, including training and audits
• Approve and manage timesheets, vacation schedules, and workforce coverage

Position Requirements

• Five to ten years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• High school diploma required; associate degree or equivalent technical training preferred, or equivalent combination of education and hands-on controls experience
• Strong proficiency in PLC programming and motion control systems (Siemens experience preferred)
• Experience with HMI development (Aveva experience preferred)
• Proficiency with 2D electrical CAD software (AutoCAD preferred)
• Working knowledge of industrial power distribution systems, safe troubleshooting practices, and NEC requirements
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage effectively with plant leadership and technical teams
• Willingness to travel occasionally for training and professional development

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