Position Summary:

We’re seeking a hands-on leader to oversee our Controls Engineering team and drive innovation in automation and process control. This role combines technical expertise with leadership and project management to deliver complex automation solutions for hygienic process systems across industries such as Food, Dairy, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, and Biotech.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience designing and implementing industrial control systems—including PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming, as well as electrical schematics and control panel design. Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills are essential for partnering with internal teams, clients, and vendors. Occasional overnight or weekend travel is required.

About CSI:

CSI provides state-of-the-art stainless-steel process equipment and service for the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries. We are a growing company with a passion for providing superior customer service. Our work environment is rooted in respect, teamwork, continual learning, and growth... with a large dose of community and fun!

We believe our employees are our greatest resource and are committed to investing in our team. Which is why we offer health and wellness, paid time off, retirement planning, on-going personal development and more! If it wasn’t already obvious, we also value fun and community! Which is why we strive to create an enjoyable and positive work environment – hosting company BBQs, bringing in local food trucks, casual Fridays, wellness programs, and even encouraging our team to invest and volunteer in our local community.

Salary: $120K - $150K annually

Primary Functions

• Supervise and mentor a team of controls engineers in project execution, automation design, and technical development.
• Collaborate with upper management to define departmental strategies and goals.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Operations, and Process Engineering teams.
• Lead recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of controls engineering staff.
• Implement process improvements, automation standards, and design consistency initiatives.
• Oversee design, programming, and testing of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems for hygienic process applications.
• Review and approve control system architectures, panel layouts, and schematics.
• Oversee integration of electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems with process equipment.
• Support development of detailed descriptions of operation, I/O lists, and control narratives.
• Conduct internal and external design reviews for electrical and automation systems.
• Ensure proper application of safety circuits, interlocks, and lockout/tagout logic.
• Provide technical leadership in software development, instrumentation specification, and network configuration.
• Supervise development of control panel layouts and schematics (AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent).
• Collaborate with electricians and field technicians to ensure accurate wiring and system functionality.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support during installation, start-up, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot automation and control issues to ensure efficient project completion.
• Evaluate and recommend control hardware, software, and instrumentation for performance and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and customer communication in CRM systems.
• Respond to customer requests for information and technical support.
• Understand functions critical to producing margin and identify opportunities to improve profit margins.
• Follow-up with customers after project completion for feedback and satisfaction.
• Promote safety as an essential part of CSI’s culture and ensure compliance with all safety and cybersecurity SOPs.

Required Skills:

Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related field with 9+ years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Requirements:

• Minimum 9 years of experience in designing and managing industrial control systems projects.
• Proven leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing engineering teams.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar), HMI/SCADA development, and system integration.
• Strong knowledge of control panel design, electrical schematics, and instrumentation.
• Experience with process automation, batch, and CIP systems.
• In-depth understanding of industrial networks and communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, etc.).
• Strong project management and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer relationship abilities.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent for panel and schematic design.
• Willingness to travel for customer meetings, installations, and start-ups.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills:

• Computer proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and/or database

This position requires the ability to interact with employees verbally and in writing, remain in a stationary position for 80% of the workday, have close visual acuity, and constantly operate a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a phone, copy/fax/scan machine, computer keyboard and mouse with or without reasonable accommodation. This position also requires the ability to occasionally lift, stoop, bend, and lift office products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.

When at a customer site, this person may be exposed to temperature extremes both hot and cold, dust, and noise. This position may also require lifting of heavy objects during truck loading and unloading or equipment placement. Must wear respirators, safety harnesses and other safety devices as required.

More than 40 hours per week will normally be required in order to achieve the productivity necessary for this position. Overnight travel, Saturday, Sunday and holiday hours may be required.

CSI has a long standing policy of Equal Opportunity in employment. Our practice is to fill positions by selecting applicants who can perform the work in a competent and professional manner. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or individuals with disability. U.S. federal law requires completion of employment eligibility verification upon hire. CSI participates in E-Verify. Must have the right to work in the United States.