Electrical and Controls Engineering Manager (PLC/HMI)

Location: Waynesboro, Virginia, USA; full-time onsite role with approximately 10–20% travel for client meetings, commissioning, and support.

Company

hirify.global delivers custom industrial refrigeration and process cooling solutions using natural refrigerants such as ammonia and CO₂, with engineering, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, service, and aftermarket support performed in-house.

What you will do

• Lead the PLC engineering team through task assignment, performance evaluations, mentorship, and technical direction.
• Oversee programming and deployment of PLC/HMI-based control systems.
• Develop sequences of operation based on client and project specifications.
• Schedule engineering activities around field and shop requirements and critical project deadlines.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues on-site and remotely.
• Present controls upgrade and facility expansion solutions, build long-term client relationships, and coordinate execution strategies with internal departments and executive leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Electronics Engineering.
• At least 5 years of controls engineering experience, including PLC/HMI systems.
• Strong team leadership, mentorship, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in construction or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to remain seated or standing in a stationary position for extended periods and occasionally lift or carry items up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work onsite in Waynesboro, Virginia, USA and travel approximately 10–20% as needed.

Nice to have

• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Industrial refrigeration or HVAC experience.
• Advanced PLC programming and SCADA knowledge.
• Industrial project management experience.
• Familiarity with natural refrigerants, sustainability practices, or automation and project management certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee-focused benefits package supporting financial security, health, and work–life balance.
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 15% and a 401(k) student loan repayment match up to 15%.
• Medical insurance with 75% of employee and family premiums covered, plus dental and vision options.
• Company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, AD&D coverage, and optional supplemental insurance.
• Weekly pay, paid vacation and holidays, sick leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave.
• Professional development, training, apprenticeship programs, career advancement opportunities, and employee discounts.