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Fujifilm

Controls Engineering Manager

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$80K - $103K/yr

The Role The Controls Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Controls Engineering team ... The successful candidate will oversee automation standards, control system architecture, PLC and ...

Fujifilm

Controls Engineering Manager

Mesa, AZ

$80K - $103K/yr

The Role The Controls Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Controls Engineering team ... The successful candidate will oversee automation standards, control system architecture, PLC and ...

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies

$82K - $107K/yr

The RoleThe Controls Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Controls Engineering team ... The successful candidate will oversee automation standards, control system architecture, PLC and ...

Fujifilm

Controls Engineering Manager

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$80K - $103K/yr

The Role The Controls Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Controls Engineering team ... The successful candidate will oversee automation standards, control system architecture, PLC and ...

PPS-HPS

Controls Engineering Manager

Phoenix, AZ

$81K - $105K/yr

PPS is seeking an experienced Controls Engineering Manager to lead its controls and automation function. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced controls professional who can ...

Merck & Co.

Controls Engineering Manager

Arizona City, AZ · On-site

$140 - $180/hr

The Role The Controls Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Controls Engineering team ... The successful candidate will oversee automation standards, control system architecture, PLC and ...

Solestial, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Tempe, AZ · On-site

You will work closely with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, and Product ... Proficiency with CAD software, mechanical design, and PDM/PLM data management systems. * Experience ...

Airbus Ventures

Automation Engineer

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

You will work closely with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, and Product ... Proficiency with CAD software, mechanical design, and PDM/PLM data management systems. * Experience ...

Solestial, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

You will work closely with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, and Product ... Proficiency with CAD software, mechanical design, and PDM/PLM data management systems. * Experience ...

Industrious Ventures

Automation Engineer

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$75 - $95/hr

You will work closely with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, and Product ... Proficiency with CAD software, mechanical design, and PDM/PLM data management systems. * Experience ...

Heraeus

Engineering Manager

Chandler, AZ

Summary The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading all engineering, automation, process improvement, equipment reliability, and capital project activities within a ceramic manufacturing ...

Heraeus Medical LLC

Engineering Manager

Chandler, AZ · On-site

Summary The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading all engineering, automation, process improvement, equipment reliability, and capital project activities within a ceramic manufacturing ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for automation engineering manager in Arizona is $128,649.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,500.00 and $149,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an automation engineering manager do?

An Automation Engineering Manager oversees the design, implementation, and optimization of automated systems in manufacturing or software development. They lead a team of engineers to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity through automation technologies. Responsibilities include project management, system integration, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. They collaborate with other departments to align automation strategies with company goals. Strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and problem-solving abilities are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an automation engineering manager?

An Automation Engineering Manager should have a strong background in automation technologies, process improvement, project management, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with PLC/SCADA systems, robotics, industrial control systems, and certifications such as PMP or Six Sigma is often required. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help drive team performance and foster cross-functional collaboration. These capabilities are essential for delivering efficient automation solutions, ensuring project success, and guiding multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by automation engineering managers in their day-to-day work?

Automation Engineering Managers often balance multiple projects and deadlines while ensuring high quality and compliance with industry standards. A common challenge is integrating new automation technologies with existing systems, which requires careful planning and troubleshooting. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—including operations, IT, and maintenance—is crucial for aligning technical solutions with business goals. Additionally, staying current with emerging automation trends and training team members on new tools is a key part of the role, helping drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

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Controls Engineering Manager

Mesa, AZ • On-site

Fujifilm
Chemical Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

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Position Overview
FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Mesa, Arizona facility for a Controls Engineering Manager!
The Role
The Controls Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Controls Engineering team in support of a 24/7 manufacturing operation. This position provides technical leadership, strategic direction, and hands-on engineering support for plant automation systems, capital projects, maintenance operations, and continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will oversee automation standards, control system architecture, PLC and SCADA programming, historian systems, industrial networking, instrumentation, and server infrastructure while ensuring system reliability, cybersecurity, and operational excellence.
This role requires a highly experienced automation professional with strong leadership skills and extensive knowledge of industrial control systems, hazardous locations, process automation, and manufacturing operations.
Company Overview
FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A. fuels innovation in the semiconductor industry-where chemistry meets technology. Our advanced materials and formulations enable manufacturers to build the microchips that power Artificial Intelligence, computers, electric vehicles, smartphones, and more.
We're a global business-to-business supplier of chemical formulations and advanced materials used for manufacturing and packaging semiconductors. Our chemical formulations allow top manufacturers to produce microchips that both power and connect our digital world. Think you've got what it takes to build a more connected world? Then connect with us today and challenge the boundaries of what's possible-for the world and your future.
We have six U.S. manufacturing and Research & Development facilities, located in: Mesa, Arizona; Castroville, California; Hollister, California; Carrollton, Texas; and North Kingstown, Rhode Island-each offering unique local experiences, from vibrant cultural scenes to historic charm.
Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of "giving our world more smiles." Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers
Job Description
Key responsibilities for this role include:
Under the direction of the Facilities Engineering Manager, the Controls Engineering Manager will:
  • Lead the development of and implement tools and methods to improve controls system reliability and reduce unscheduled equipment/ process downtime:
    • Process network systems and infrastructure
    • PLC programming tools and methods
    • Instrumentation and controls systems design and installation
    • Human-Machine Interface (HMI) design and installation
    • SCADA system design, installation, and operation
  • Lead, mentor, and develop an onsite Controls Engineering team supporting a continuous 24/7 manufacturing operation.
  • Administer the plant-wide PI Historian system.
  • Provide troubleshooting support for ongoing operations, including support for callouts and remote troubleshooting
  • Develop data-driven methods and measures to improve process and equipment reliability
  • Ensure process controls infrastructure meets site and regulatory requirements
  • Ensure changes to process controls follow Fujifilm site Management of Change procedures
  • Interface with instrumentation and equipment vendors to ensure effective equipment utilization, ensure use of best-known methods for industrial automation, and effectively document required information in Mesa CMMP systems
  • Lead controls engineering activities for plant and facilities capital projects.
  • Manage automation capital project budgets.

REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or Automation Engineering required. Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of industrial controls engineering experience in a 24/7 manufacturing environment required. Experience in chemical manufacturing is preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of leadership or supervisory experience managing engineering teams required.
  • Strong project management and capital project execution experience required.
  • In-depth, hands-on knowledge and experience with complex instrumentation and controls systems
  • Thorough understanding of Foundation Field Bus protocol systems and infrastructure
  • Experience with design and deployment of SCADA systems architecture
  • Solid background in controls systems troubleshooting and problem-solving
  • Expert knowledge and experience to provide technical guidance in support of operational objectives
  • General knowledge of SAP preferred
  • On-call support required is required
  • Occasional after-hours and weekend work during production outages, maintenance activities, and capital project commissioning.

MENTAL & EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Resilience - Adapting well in the face of workplace stressors, the ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations, the ability to remain poised under all circumstances, the ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
  • Communication - The ability to successfully and professionally express and exchange ideas and meanings with all levels of employees in the organization, the ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients, the ability to work as an integral part of a team, ability to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
  • Reasoning and decision-making - The ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions, the ability to reason logically and make sound decisions.
  • Comprehension - The ability to complete tasks without direct supervision, the ability to simultaneously address multiple complete problems.
  • Organizational skills - Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, the ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and interruptions, the ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines or productivity quotas.

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Fujifilm about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Fujifilm via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Fujifilm, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Fujifilm for this requisition and a valid agreement with Fujifilm is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Fujifilm agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
EEO Information
Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.
ADA Information
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (feus.humanresources@fujifilm.com).
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With each Industry we enter, We’ve learned to Leverage and Adapt our knowledge, Expertise and rRsources to make the World a better place. When it comes to Innovating for a Healthier World and a more sustainable society, we’ll NEVER STOP. Fujifilm will contribute to the social challenges by creating new value in a wide range of business domains through innovation in Products, Services, and Technological Development. We launched our Healthcare Business with X-ray film in 1936. And now, We are developing our business in areas of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment as a Comprehensive Healthcare Company. We will never stop Innovating for a Healthier World.

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