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CRB · 10 hours ago

Senior Automation Engineering Manager

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. They are seeking a Senior Automation Engineering Manager to lead the Automation, Instrumentation, and Controls discipline across complex, multi-phase projects, combining technical expertise with leadership capabilities.

BiotechnologyConstructionConsultingWeb Design

Hiring Manager

Jessie Vandewater, aPHR

Responsibilities

Lead the design and execution of automation systems for advanced manufacturing facilities

Manage discipline-level scope, budget, and schedule across multiple projects

Supervise and mentor engineering and design staff, ensuring quality and consistency in deliverables

Collaborate with project managers, cross-discipline teams, and clients to align technical solutions with project objectives

Develop construction documentation and specifications for complex automation systems

Provide technical oversight during construction, including RFI responses, submittal reviews, and field support

Conduct interviews and contribute to hiring and team development efforts

Drive continuous improvement in design standards, workflows, and project execution

Qualification

Automation engineering leadershipControl system designEngineering documentationProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP)Advanced technology projects experienceCoordination skillsAutoCADRevitSafety Instrumented SystemsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience, preferably in a design firm environment

Demonstrated experience leading automation engineering teams and managing large-scale projects

Strong understanding of control system design, instrumentation, and regulatory compliance (e.g., cGMPs)

Proficiency in engineering documentation including P&IDs, control schematics, and panel drawings

Excellent communication and coordination skills

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license

ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP)

Experience with advanced technology projects in biotech, pharmaceutical, or food & beverage sectors

Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and discipline-specific engineering software

Knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and industry codes and standards

Benefits

A complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs

Company

CRB

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CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food & beverage industries.

Founded in 1984

Basel, Basel-Stadt, CHE

1001-5000 employees