Engineering Manager (Smart Manufacturing & Automation)

Engineering Manager (Smart Manufacturing & Automation) at Polaris Automation, Inc. Engineering Manager (Smart Manufacturing & Automation) at Polaris Automation, Inc. in Columbus, Ohio Posted in 2 days ago.

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full-time

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In order to be considered for this position, please complete our aplicant survey at the following link: https://go.cultureindex.com/p/u5vX0YG3VoujngweT We will not be able to accept applications without a completed survey. Full-Time | Remote with Travel | Must be located within easy driving distance of Central Ohio | 100% Employee-Owned Are you someone who thrives at the intersection of people leadership and technical delivery? Do you enjoy developing engineers, solving complex problems, and delivering high-impact solutions for clients? At Polaris Automation, you'll lead both people and projects that directly shape the future of smart manufacturing. Who We Are Polaris Automation is a fast-growing, 100% employee-owned smart manufacturing partner helping manufacturers improve quality, efficiency, and productivity. We deliver advanced control systems, MES and batch solutions, and cutting-edge digital transformation technologies. The Role We're looking for an experienced engineering leader to develop and guide a team of engineers delivering smart manufacturing and automation solutions for our clients. What You'll Do Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers Provide performance feedback, coaching, and career development support Allocate engineers across projects to optimize team effectiveness Ensure adherence to company standards, processes, and best practices Technical Leadership Provide technical expertise and guidance on automation and controls projects Serve as a technical resource on bids and proposals Interface with internal teams including Business Development, Manufacturing, and Operations Create and review technical documentation to ensure accuracy and consistency Support on-site startup and commissioning activities, both locally and remotely Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations Support safe execution of work in collaboration with safety leadership Contribute to improving internal processes, tools, and best practices What Success Looks Like Your team consistently delivers high-quality work on time and within scope Engineers on your team are growing and engaged Clients are satisfied and coming back What You Bring 7+ years of experience in engineering, automation, or a related technical field Proven experience leading both people and projects PLC programming experience On-site startup experience, both local and non-local Experience working in client-facing environments Strong communication skills and leadership presence Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects Bonus Points For Experience with SCADA, MES, or industrial data environments Background in controls engineering or software delivery Ignition platform experience Why You'll Love Working Here 100% employee-owned: we think and act like owners Real autonomy and trust High-impact work with cutting-edge technologies Strong team culture with low turnover Growth opportunities in a scaling company Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance (day 1) Company-paid life insurance Company-funded Health Reimbursement Account Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 401(k) with up to 6% match Wellness programs and gym membership reimbursement Paid parental leave Flexible schedule and remote work Generous PTO and paid holidays Mental health and wellbeing benefits

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In order to be considered for this position, please complete our aplicant survey at the following link: https://go.cultureindex.com/p/u5vX0YG3VoujngweT We will not be able to accept applications without a completed survey.