CONTROLS MANAGER
Company: American Recruiters
Location: Madison
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description If you are a Controls
Engineering Manager leading a team of software and hardware
engineers of PLCs, looking for new challenges, this opportunity is
for you. Our client is growing, and desires to hire a leader in
Food Processing Equipment NPD controls systems. Here is a quick
synopsis of your new opportunity: Controls Manager Scheduling
controls engineers and controls designers. Lead the technical
development of all control systems and HMI. Specifying servomotors,
touchscreens, PLCs, and PC based control hardware and software.
Works closely with Controls Engineers, Electrical Designers,
Project Engineering, manufacturing, drafting, and sales functions.
Oversee, direct, and maintain a department of Engineers and
technicians to meet clients' needs. Develops PC and PLC-based
control systems for custom-designed continuous process and material
handling equipment. Develops controls platforms for providing
control of multiple pieces of equipment and interfacing with
customers' networks and ERP systems. Verify control components
conform to specifications. Applies electrical engineering
principles to troubleshoot and resolve customer control problems
(domestic and international). Assist in troubleshooting equipment
on-site or remotely. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Experience in managing a diverse group, including hiring new
personnel. Understanding of electrical engineering, Computer
knowledge, networking, HMI screen development, Indosoft, or
Ignition. One to three years of prior experience in computer
systems. Knowledge of PLC and PC programming, industrial networks,
both Allen-Bradley and Siemens programming software, and motion
experience skills are a plus. Willing to travel both domestically
and internationally as needed. Areas Supervised: 4 to 6 Controls
Engineers and 3 to 4 Controls Designers. Apply now for immediate
consideration and speak with Ted Agins,
Keywords: American Recruiters, Rockford , CONTROLS MANAGER, Engineering , Madison, Illinois
