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Engineering Manager, Hardware Automation, Special Projects

United States, Los Angeles 150500.00 - 225000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted February 21, 2026
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Hadrian is seeking an Engineering Manager, Controls & Automation to lead technical execution for the Special Projects controls and automation engineering team. This role is responsible for translating product intent and system architecture into executable engineering plans and delivering industrial automation systems aligned with the company’s capability development roadmap. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines people leadership, technical ownership, and direct involvement in automation system design, deployment, and commissioning.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead day-to-day execution of controls and automation initiatives in alignment with product, factory, and capability roadmaps
  • Own task planning, work breakdown structures, sequencing, and technical execution for industrial automation projects
  • Serve as the primary technical escalation point for PLCs, robotics, machine safety systems, industrial networks, and controls software
  • Partner cross-functionally with Product Management, Factory Development, Operations, and Safety to ensure solutions meet functional, schedule, and compliance requirements
  • Drive on-time delivery of automation systems from concept through commissioning and production handoff
  • Establish and maintain best practices for controls architecture, code quality, documentation, testing, and change management
  • Support on-site commissioning, debugging, and ramp-up of automated equipment in active production environments
  • Balance rapid iteration and near-term delivery needs with long-term platform maintainability and scalability
  • Mentor and develop engineers through technical guidance, prioritization support, and performance feedback

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • Demonstrated experience leading or managing industrial controls or automation engineering teams
  • Strong hands-on background with PLC-based control systems, robotics, industrial networking, and machine safety systems
  • Experience delivering complex industrial automation systems in manufacturing or production environments
  • Ability to translate product and operational requirements into clear, executable engineering plans
  • Proven track record of meeting delivery commitments under schedule, scope, and resource constraints
  • Willingness and ability to support on-site commissioning and travel to factory locations as required

Nice to have

  • Experience deploying automation solutions across multiple factories or production lines
  • Deep familiarity with commissioning, troubleshooting, and sustaining equipment through development and production
  • Systems-level understanding across mechanical, electrical, controls, and software domains
  • Experience with advanced manufacturing, robotics integration, or custom automation development
  • Strong cross-functional communication skills, including working with product managers, operations, and executive stakeholders

What we offer

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
  • 401k
  • Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need
  • Flexible vacation policy

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