Controls Engineering Manager I

  • Dennis Group
  • Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Full Time

Job Duties:

  • Design and troubleshoot both software and hardware necessary for control systems utilizing PLCs for integration of manufacturing systems.
  • Develop new PLC applications, interfaces, or embedded controls.
  • Automate manufacturing processes through the use of instrumentation or controls systems.
  • Design, diagnose, and troubleshoot network infrastructures - Ethernet, DeviceNet, AS-i, Profibus etc.
  • Develop new or modify existing set-up and commissioning of new facilities or upgrading of existing facilities.
  • Design, specify, wire, and procure control panel equipment, e.g. safety circuits, I/O, networks, etc.
  • Design, specify, and procure electrical equipment, e.g. MCCs, panelboards, transformers, etc.
  • Specify, procure, configure, and troubleshoot controls hardware and field instrumentation.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions and makes recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations.
  • Develop bid documentation for Electrical, Automation, and Low Voltage (network, security) vendors.
  • Document specifications and operating procedures.
  • Interface and manage installation contractors during construction.
  • Research Automation and Controls materials and best practices.
  • This position is hybrid; may work from home up to 2 days per week, as permitted.
  • Up to 50% travel is required to visit project sites and other offices

Qualifications:

  • Must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field and at least 3 years of experience as an Automation Engineer or in a related role.
  • Must possess at least 3 years of experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, GE Fanuc, and/or Honeywell Systems
  • Must possess at least 3 years of experience with computer programming, such as Python, Visual Basic, SQL, and/or C++ etc
  • Must possess at least 3 years of experience with design and implementation process network infrastructures (Ethernet, Device Net, Control Net, ProfiBus, etc.)
  • Must possess at least 3 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing setting
  • Must possess at least 3 years of experience of implementing US electrical codes and construction means and methods.

The salary for this position is at least $111,987 per year.

Job ID: 523441306
Originally Posted on: 6/3/2026

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