Controls Engineering Manager, Chandler

Controls Engineering Manager
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Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics.
Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet.
That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.
Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living.
We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries.
We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency.
Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.
This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization.
External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
Location: The Controls Engineering Manager is an onsite position located in Chandler, AZ.
There will be up to 20% domestic and international travel required to meet business needs.
Your Role: We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineering Manager to lead our talented engineering team and drive the development of high-quality controls solutions.
The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong leadership skills to mentor engineers, oversee project delivery, and contribute to our technical strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership
Oversee the architecture, design, and implementation of embedded systems and industrial automation solutions
Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and quality metrics for embedded and PLC software
Drive technical decisions and evaluate new embedded technologies, microcontrollers, and industrial platforms
Lead code reviews and provide technical guidance for embedded systems, PLC programming, and IoT integration
Collaborate with product management to define technical requirements for industrial and embedded applications
Manage hardware-software integration and system validation processes
Project & Delivery Management
Plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within budget
Work with cross-functional teams including Product, Design, and QA
Implement and improve development processes (Agile, Scrum, Kanban)
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
Ensure proper documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
Strategy & Innovation
Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies
Drive innovation and continuous improvement in engineering practices
Team Leadership & Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of controls engineers
Conduct regular 1:1 meetings, performance reviews, and career development planning
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance team culture
Manage hiring, onboarding, and retention of engineering talent
Resolve team conflicts and remove obstacles to team success
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field
5+ years of controls engineering experience with focus on embedded systems or industrial automation
2+ years of people management experience leading engineering teams
Preferred Qualifications:
Technical Skills
Background in software development (languages like C/C++, Python, etc.)
Experience with embedded systems development and real-time operating systems (RTOS)
Proficiency with PLC programming and industrial automation systems (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, etc.)
Experience with microcontrollers and embedded platforms (ARM, STM32, ESP32, Arduino, etc.)
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, CAN, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, etc.)
Familiarity with database systems, time-series databases, and data structures
Experience with hardware-software integration and system testing
Leadership Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Ability to balance technical excellence with business objectives
Experience with talent acquisition and team building
Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
Other Preferred Skills
Master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field
Experience managing distributed or remote teams
Background in industrial automation, manufacturing, or IoT systems
Experience with specific embedded technologies and PLC platforms relevant to our stack
Certifications in project management, agile methodologies, or industrial automation
Previous startup experience or experience in fast-growing companies
Experience with Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, or Industrial IoT initiatives
Proven track record of delivering complex embedded systems or industrial automation projects
Experience with agile development methodologies in embedded/industrial environments
Pay range for this position: $152,600 - $205,000
The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position.
The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors.
Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses.
Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.
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What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences.
We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology.
We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace.
Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
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