Automation Controls Engineering Supervisor

Automation Controls Engineering Supervisor Eaton's IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Automation Controls Engineering Supervisor. This is a Full Time (M-F Daylight), onsite role based at our Aerospace Manufacturing plant in Grand Rapids, MI! Relocation benefits are available from within the United States! The expected annual salary range for this role is $97000 - $143000 a year. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. What you'll do: The Controls Engineering Supervisor is responsible for driving technical and process excellence while providing strong people leadership and delivering timely results at Eaton's Grand Rapids site. This role leads automation and test equipment initiatives supporting electro-mechanical actuator products, including actuators, controllers, motors, locking mechanisms and related components. The position balances hands-on technical contribution with supervisory responsibility, ensuring production test systems are robust, compliant, and aligned with manufacturing readiness goals. Job Responsibilities: 30 Provide controls engineering and automation leadership to improve Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRL) for new and existing products. 30 Identify, develop, and implement automation solutions to support the build-up of new production lines, with primary accountability for process control architecture, implementation, and reduction of manual touch time. 30 Evaluate existing production and test automation solutions and provide technical direction, recommendations, and implementation support to improve test effectiveness, reliability, throughput, and scalability. 30 Provide hands-on test leadership for all production test equipment at the site 30 Manage the design, build, and verification of production test equipment through external and internal suppliers for Capital projects. 30 Ensure test equipment update requirements from Manufacturing Change Orders are implemented in a timely manner. 30 Promote Continuous Improvement mindset with testing plans and test equipment consolidation ideas in line with developing a 5-yr CAPEX plan. 30 Manage Test Engineer(s) and Technicians in test equipment troubleshooting and repair. Manage purchasing and maintaining spares for equipment and parts. Provide technical advice and guidance to this team. Create opportunities for growth and development for team members. Performance manage and coach high and low performers on the team effectively. Development of organizational capability/capacity and engineering/technical skills among staff to support the site and organization operating unit strategy. Maintenance of appropriate training programs to assure continuous learning. 30 Create and release drawings and schematics as updates are needed. 30 Perform troubleshooting and repair of test equipment. 30 Perform hands-on testing as required 30 Comply with Eaton's high expectations for a safe work environment. Qualifications: Required (Basic) Qualifications: 30 Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science fields from an accredited institution 30 5+ years of experience within a manufacturing environment 30 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, sustaining, and/or test engineering 30 Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future 30 This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee Skills: Preferred Criteria: 30 Bachelor's Degree in Controls, Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering 30 Experience with testing electrical systems 30 Experience writing test procedures and reports 30 Knowledge and experience with DO-160 or MIL-STD testing requirements 30 Experience with developing and debugging test equipment, executable software, and code using LabVIEW (NI) 30 Demonstrated experience in leadership 30 Project management experience Skills: 30 Knowledge of algorithm design and programming logic 30 Familiarity with root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action (CA) methodologies 30 Experience working with automation, control, and monitoring systems and software 30 Ability to install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical systems and electrical equipment 30 Understanding of standard operating procedures, engineering documentation, and electrical diagrams 30 Experience with automated test equipment and implementation 30 Knowledge of Catia, ProE, or other 3D design tools 30 Excellent written and verbal communication skills 30 Excellent facilitation skills, project management skills, and drive for results 30 Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, from production associates to the leadership team All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws. We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.