Engineering Manager Industrial Automation & Controls

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead Mechanical and Electrical Engineering teams for a growing industrial capital-equipment manufacturer. This role is responsible for engineering strategy, automation systems, product development, technical leadership, and cross-functional execution from design through manufacturing and commissioning.

The ideal candidate has strong experience designing and manufacturing industrial capital equipment, combined with deep hands-on expertise in PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Mechanical and Electrical Engineering departments (5+ engineers)
• Drive engineering strategy, product innovation, R&D, and continuous improvement
• Partner with Sales, Project Management, and Manufacturing teams on customer-driven solutions
• Oversee design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of industrial automation systems
• Manage engineering budgets, schedules, staffing, and performance reviews
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, customer specifications, and quality requirements
• Support development of vacuum furnaces, thermal-processing systems, and related capital equipment
• Improve manufacturing efficiency, process reliability, and cost controls
• Review and approve CAD designs, automation architecture, and technical documentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 7–10 years of experience in industrial machinery or capital-equipment design/manufacturing
• 3–5 years of formal engineering management experience with direct reports
• Strong background in industrial automation and controls
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and instrumentation
• Proficiency with CAD software and Microsoft Office
• Experience working in cross-functional engineering environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with heat-treatment equipment, vacuum furnaces, or thermal-processing systems
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms (500/5000)
• Experience with Wonderware / InTouch and HC900 Design Station
• Knowledge of FEA and CFD tools
• Mechanical engineering exposure within capital-equipment systems

Industries & Backgrounds Considered

Candidates from industrial furnace manufacturing, thermal-processing systems, aerospace equipment, process equipment, industrial automation, or other heavy industrial capital-equipment environments are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Profit sharing
• Limited relocation assistance available

Work Location

This is a full-time on-site position based in Corona, California.

Apply Today

If you have experience leading engineering teams within industrial capital-equipment manufacturing and strong industrial automation expertise, we encourage you to apply.