Controls Engineering Supervisor - PLC Automation - $130K-$140K

Controls Engineering Supervisor

Location: Lancaster, OH
Full-Time | Onsite
Salary: $130,000 - $140,000

Role Overview

A manufacturing company in Lancaster, OH is seeking a Controls Engineering Supervisor to lead automation and industrial control system initiatives within a production environment. This role oversees a team of controls engineers while supporting the design, implementation, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of controls engineers
• Manage automation project timelines, budgets, and resources
• Oversee design, installation, and commissioning of industrial control systems
• Support integration of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and automation technologies
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex control system issues
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing operations
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and safety teams
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field required
• Minimum 5 years of controls engineering experience required
• Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience required
• Strong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens systems
• Experience working with SCADA and HMI systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work onsite within a manufacturing environment

Nice-to-Haves

• Industrial automation or manufacturing systems experience
• Experience leading large-scale automation projects
• Knowledge of process optimization and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills

Compensation

• $130,000 - $140,000 annual salary
• Full-time onsite opportunity
• Manufacturing and automation-focused environment
• Leadership growth opportunities

Work Arrangement

• Full-time
• Onsite only
• Lancaster, OH