Industrial Automation and Controls Manager
emsenergy management servicesHouston (TX)
Industrial Automation and Controls Manager
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emsenergy management servicesHouston (TX)
SENIORITY
Manager
About the role
We are seeking a proven Industrial Automation & Controls – Area Manager to lead and scale a high-growth automation business backed by an immediate backlog. The organization is evolving from a specialized installation partner into a full-stack Industrial Systems Integrator delivering PLC, SCADA, and BAS solutions.
This is a high-visibility, build-and-lead role for a commercially driven leader with deep Texas market relationships, someone who can open doors, win work quickly, and architect a scalable, high-margin professional services operation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Revenue Growth & Market ExpansionLeverage an establishedrolodex of industrial relationshipsto secure new contracts immediately
Drive new business across Houston and the broader Texas industrial market
Expand existing accounts and develop long-term strategic customer relationships
Operational & Area LeadershipOversee execution of a$6M San Antonio project, ensuring schedule, margin, and client satisfaction
Build and execute a roadmap to expandinternal engineering, programming, and systems integration capabilities
Own area-level performance with accountability for revenue, margin, and growth
Strategic DevelopmentLead the transition into afull-service industrial automation and controls platform
Identify and strengthen strategic partnerships with end users, EPCs, and technology providers
Establish scalable processes to support sustainable growth
Team Building & Talent DevelopmentRecruit, lead, and mentor a specialized team ofcontrols technicians, programmers, and field engineers
Build a high-performance culture centered on safety, execution excellence, and client delivery
Position Requirements:
Position requires extended hours, which will vary depending on job and site requirements. Each job will require specific hours of operation.
May need to work weekends if business needs require
Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function
Skills and QualificationsMarket Presence
10+ years of experience in Houston/Texas industrial automation
Proven ability to bring in work quickly through existing client and partner relationships
Technical Expertise
Deep hands-on experience in PLC and/or SCADA environments
Direct exposure to data centers, mission-critical facilities, or similar high-reliability environments
Strong understanding of industrial controls systems, integration, and project execution
Business & Leadership Acumen
Experience leading a business unit, area, or P&L
Strong commercial mindset with a focus on high-margin professional services
Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution
The Company reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgendered or bisexual status, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The Company complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which The Company has facilities. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. The Company and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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