Senior Automation Engineering Manager
@ CRB

St. Louis, Missouri, United States
$150,000
On Site
Full-time
Posted 24 days ago

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Company Overview

CRB is a leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions in the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our team drives technical knowledge, creativity and execution for clients, our people and communities.

Job Description

As a Senior Automation Engineering Manager at CRB, you will lead the Automation, Instrumentation and Controls discipline on high-performance projects. You will manage large-scale projects from design through documentation and field execution, ensuring positive impact for clients and communities.

About the Role

You will oversee project level activities, manage discipline budgets, and direct cross-functional teams from entry-level to senior engineers. Your responsibilities include proposal development, project scheduling, quality checking, and mentoring staff, while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulations.

Core Activities

  • Collaborate with Project Managers on proposals, planning and scheduling.
  • Identify and resolve non-compliant conditions during site evaluations.
  • Develop construction drawing packages and specifications independently.
  • Lead and support construction activities including RFI responses and progress reports.
  • Conduct technical interviews and mentor engineering staff.
  • Perform advanced design calculations and quality checks on complex projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and 15+ years of related experience. Preferred qualifications include a Professional Engineer (PE) license, ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP), and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office and discipline-specific engineering software.

Additional Information

All information is kept confidential. CRB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications are subject to background screening. No unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies will be accepted.

Key skills/competency

  • Automation
  • Instrumentation
  • Controls
  • Engineering
  • Design
  • Project Management
  • Construction
  • Mentorship
  • cGMP
  • Regulatory

How to Get Hired at CRB

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor it to CRB's automation and controls needs.
  • Highlight project experience: Emphasize large-scale project leadership.
  • Showcase technical skills: Focus on design and regulatory compliance.
  • Prepare for interviews: Review CRB projects and industry standards.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review design software (AutoCAD, Revit).
Study control system schematics details.
Practice advanced design calculations.
Familiarize with industry codes and standards.

Behavioral Questions

Describe your project leadership experience.
Explain handling team conflicts.
Discuss time management strategies.
Share examples of mentoring success.

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