Industrial Controls Systems Manager
Leidos
- Alexandria, VA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Manage a team of controls engineers and technicians, including task assignments, performance evaluations, and career development.
- Collaborate with project managers, clients, and stakeholders to understand control system requirements and develop plans for implementation.
- Lead the design, development, and testing of control systems, utilizing various programming languages and technologies such as PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and DDC.
- Ensure the timely and accurate installation and commissioning of control systems at client sites.
- Oversee the maintenance and troubleshooting of control systems to ensure smooth and efficient operation.
- Provide technical guidance and support to the controls team, ensuring adherence to industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
- Develop and maintain project documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and change control procedures.
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to project managers, identifying any potential issues or risks and proposing solutions.
- Stay up to date with the latest advancements and developments in control system technologies and incorporate them into the team's processes and procedures Building HVAC & supporting equipment troubleshooting & repair.
- Building HVAC & supporting equipment preventative maintenance.
- Building HVAC & supporting equipment field calibration & testing.
- Providing daily task updates in the service management tool.
- Supporting other Controls & Automation directives as required.
- Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret is a must.
- Extensive knowledge of control system design, programming, installation, and troubleshooting.
- Strong leadership skills and experience managing a team, including task delegation, performance evaluation, and career development.
- Demonstrated experience with various control system technologies and programming languages, such as PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and DDC.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and clients.
- Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed to support project installation and commissioning.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to think critically and propose innovative solutions to complex issues.
- Degree is not required; experience and expertise are critical to this role.
- Strong written and oral communications required.
- Highly effective teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Must possess strong organizational skills and strong interpersonal skills to effectively relate to Leidos and customer needs.
- Familiarity with electric, electronic, mechanical, and plumbing (MEP) systems
- Familiar with DDC and PLC hardware and/or software of any of the following:
- Loytec
- Automated logic
- Alerton
- Allen Bradley
- Familiarity with reading, drawing, or revising drawings for DDC control systems using AutoCAD and/or Visio.
- Building Automation Experience
- SCADA Controls Familiarity
- Iconics Genesis64
- Kepware