Controls Manager - Vehicle Process Engineering

Stellantis
parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Auburn Hills
Oct 21, 2025
The Controls Manager is responsible for the supervision of Controls Supervisors, Controls Specialists, Network Specialists, Automation Specialists, Controls Project Leads, Controls Coordinators and Launch Engineers who are tasked with supporting Launches, Standards and Specifications. Additionally, the scope of this position will span the core functions of Vehicle Process Engineering in Body shops, Paint and General Assembly. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: Develop and maintain all aspects of Controls Standards and Specifications Governance of software and hardware floor revisions to VPECR Standards and Specifications Sustain upper level (IT) interfaces to plant floor Direct diagnostics and FIS initiatives to CoC Standards Pilot technical innovation projects through solution testing and task validation Specification documentation through EWOs, PFJs, Kaizens and FIS reports Review and approve necessary changes to VPECR Standards and documentation through EWOs, MPIs, and Kaizens Project Management Support in establishing project timing Conduct regular team meetings to review progress Supervise resources Monitor projects to meet their technical and business objectives Develop advanced training and standard processes The Controls Manager's role will include supporting direction setting for Preventive Maintenance Plans that includes proactive tools (Network Validations, Electrical Audits, etc.) with the objective to reduce equipment failures and have a vertical launch. The Controls Manager is responsible to lead the Controls Supervisors and Controls Project Leads establishing project timing. The Controls Manager will conduct regular team meetings to review progress, help supervise resources, monitor projects to meet their technical and business objectives and assist in the development advanced training and standard processes. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering or equivalent or high school diploma / GED with 10+ years of experience in an automation environment Minimum 5+ years of engineering experience in an automation environment Experience managing a technical team Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree Distributed Control System troubleshooting and problem resolution experience Ability to troubleshoot and install PNET/ENET/DNET networks Ability to setup and manage automated equipment archiving systems Strong understanding of Controls electrical design CAD software (ePlan / AutoCAD) Innovated thinker with excellent organizational and project management skills Experience developing a library of maintenance training and Standard Maintenance Procedures Demonstrated team leadership and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Access, Outlook and SQL) Proficient in Google Suite Self-directed and motivated to implement change within the direction and scope of FCA Senior Management Salaried Employee Benefits (US, Non-Represented) Health & Wellbeing Comprehensive coverages encompassing the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and overall Wellbeing of our employees, including short- and long-term disability. Compensation, Savings, and Retirement Annual Incentive Plan (SAIP), 401k with Employer Match & Contribution (max 8%), SoFi Student Loan Refinancing. Time Away from Work Paid time includes company holidays, vacation, and Float/Wellbeing Days. Family Benefits 12 Weeks paid Parental Leave, Domestic Partner Benefits, Family Building Benefit, Marketplace, Life/Disability and other Insurances. Professional Growth Annual training, tuition reimbursement and discounts, Business Resource & Intra-professional Groups. Company Car & More Comprehensive Company Car Program and Vehicle Discounts. Vehicle discounts include family and friends.