Evolution Motion Solutions ยท 1 week ago
Manager, Controls Hardware Engineering
Auburn Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
12+ years expEvolution Motion Solutions is an industry powerhouse in engineering and industrial solutions, born from the union of Womack Machine Supply and Morrell Group. The Controls Hardware Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and supervising the Controls Hardware Engineer team, ensuring the successful design and delivery of industrial automation hardware solutions across multiple industries.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership and supervision to Controls Hardware Engineering Team, including hiring, mentoring, performance reviews, and professional development
Oversee project staffing, workload distribution, and resource planning to ensure efficient execution of engineering deliverables
Establish and enforce engineering standards, processes, and best practices for hardware design, panel layout, electrical schematics, calculations, and compliance with NEC, UL508A, NFPA, and IEC requirements
Review and approve designs, BOMs, and cost estimates to ensure accuracy, manufacturability, and project profitability
Support project managers in scoping, scheduling, and risk management for automation hardware projects
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, mechanical, production, field service, purchasing, and quality) to ensure integrated and successful system solutions
Serve as the primary point of escalation for technical and project challenges, providing guidance and solutions for complex controls hardware issues
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and innovation within the engineering team
Participate in high-level customer discussions, proposals, and design reviews as a subject matter expert in controls hardware
Drive departmental metrics, including quality, on-time delivery, and budget adherence
Other duties may be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, related discipline, or relevant work experience
12+ years of experience in industrial controls, automation, or related electrical engineering fields
5+ years in a supervisory, management, or team leadership role
Proven experience with Bosch Rexroth, Rockwell, or Siemens platforms
Expert-level knowledge of industrial controls hardware design, electrical schematics, panel layouts, and BOM development
Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, safety systems, and communication networks
Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and/or Eplan
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing engineering teams
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills; able to work effectively with customers and internal stakeholders
Skilled in project estimation, budgeting, and risk management
Familiarity with manufacturing, commissioning, and field integration practices
Benefits
401(k) retirement with matching
Health, dental and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Life and disability insurance
Employee discounts
Paid Time Off
Referral program
Career advancement and bonus opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
Evolution Motion Solutions
Evolution Motion Solutions is a distributor of hydraulic, electromechanical, and automation technologies in motion controls industry.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase