LVI Associates · 18 hours ago
Controls Engineering Supervisor
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $180K/yr
7+ years expLVI Associates is seeking a Controls Engineering Supervisor to lead the delivery, maintenance, and advancement of their controls and automation environment. The role involves overseeing the controls ecosystem, troubleshooting issues, planning upgrades, and mentoring the automation team to ensure operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
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Hiring Manager
Yaseen S.
Responsibilities
Oversee the full controls ecosystem: code base, hardware, software, networking, and related technology
Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving PLCs, controllers, VFDs, networks, electrical controls, and automation software
Plan and execute upgrades to controls hardware, networks, HMIs, and programming environments
Maintain structured processes for deployment, version control, and integration of field technologies
Ensure the control system architecture supports current operations and future scalability
Establish and maintain best‑practice standards for automation technology
Stay current on emerging control‑system trends, programming standards, and hardware innovations
Lead, mentor, and grow the field automation/controls team based on workload and business strategy
Coordinate and oversee internal projects and support activities within the controls team
Serve as the primary liaison with external automation and integration partners
Provide hands‑on technical support to sustain high equipment uptime
Promote a technology‑driven culture that improves operational efficiency and digital readiness
Educate internal stakeholders on the company's automation capabilities and system usage
Collaborate with vendors and partners on technology deployments and R&D initiatives
Travel to field sites for operational support, stakeholder discussions, or system rollouts
Participate in an on‑call rotation to support 24/7 operational needs
Follow all safety policies, contribute to safety programs, and comply with regulatory requirements
Perform other duties that support business continuity and operational success
Qualification
Required
Ability to pass background, drug testing, and any technical or aptitude assessments
Fluent in spoken English
Reliable, in‑person attendance
Valid U.S. driver's license and an acceptable driving record
10+ years in controls, automation, or electrical systems OR 7+ years with a related degree (Electrical, Controls, Automation Technology, Engineering Tech)
Ability to read electrical schematics, controls drawings, and network diagrams
Strong leadership and team‑development skills
Proven success delivering multiple automation projects simultaneously
Deep understanding of control systems, programming languages (including SCL), industrial networking, and modern controls hardware
Excellent communication with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Strategic thinker who can leverage automation to improve business performance
Strong problem‑solving, critical‑thinking, and decision‑making capabilities
Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders and external partners
Preferred
Familiarity with Siemens control platforms
Company
LVI Associates
LVI Associates is a recruitment agency for infrastructure and engineering.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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2025-03-21
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