Controls Engineering Manager

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University of Kentucky is hiring a Controls Engineering Manager. The role involves leading the automation and controls engineering team to design, implement, and maintain controls systems for the UK Campus and UK HealthCare, managing the Building Automation System, and collaborating with project managers to integrate new systems. The manager also supervises staff, ensures engineering standards, and promotes continuous improvement and teamwork.

Highlights

Lead the automation and controls engineering team overseeing design, implementation, and maintenance of controls systems.

Manage and support the integrated Building Automation System, including building controls, graphical user interface, Swisslog, power monitoring, predictive emissions systems, critical research equipment, elevators, and fire alarm systems.

Collaborate with project managers to add and complete new buildings and systems to the BAS.

Ensure controls engineering standards and requirements are met or exceeded according to procedures.

Directly supervise staff, maintain staffing levels, and support employee development and goal achievement.

Use software and tools like MS Windows/Office, MS Project, SAP, and KRONOS; prefer knowledge of PLC platforms and motion control.

Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, 6 years of related experience, Tridium Certification, and desirability of Certified Controls Engineer credentials.

Compensation ranges from $62,941 to $103,834 per year for full-time staff.

Work hours are typically 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday, with possible overtime for emergencies.

Position requires managing vendor relations and bridging technical system development with plant operations.

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Job Title	Controls Engineering Manager
Requisition Number	RE54715
Working Title
Department Name	3CU00:Utilities & Energy Management
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	48
Salary Range	$62,941-103,834/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	6 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods; Repetitive motion; May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, confined spaces, and temperature/weather extremes while traveling to/from and/or reviewing job-site(s).
Shift	8:00am – 5:00pm (Monday – Friday) Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors, emergencies, and crisis management requiring evening(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.
Job Summary	Reporting to the Utilities Systems Manager, this position: Leads the automation and controls engineering team overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of controls systems for UK Campus and UK HealthCare Performs critical role in bridging technical system development with team leadership, vendor relations management, and plant operations Manages and provides support for the seamlessly integrated Building Automation System, including: installed Building Controls Graphical User Interface Swisslog Power Monitoring and Predictive Emissions Systems Critical Research Equipment Elevators Fire Alarm Systems Performs necessary communication, maintenance, upgrades, and programming Collaborates with Project Managers to add and complete new buildings/systems to the Building Automation System (BAS) In addition, the Controls Engineering Manager: Ensures Controls Engineering standards and requirements are met and/or exceeded in accordance with established procedures and processes Directly supervises assigned staff and maintains appropriate staffing levels, including hires, promotions, transfers, separations, etc. Encourages staff to maintain personally challenging achievement goals and to exert effort toward mastering tasks Proactively assists staff in reaching and obtaining their goals and objectives. Promotes teamwork and a positive work environment Strives for continuous improvement in all activities and work performance for self and others Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	MS Windows/Office; MS Project; SAP; KRONOS Driver’s License — Preferred Deep proficiency in PLC platforms and motion control; Demonstrated experience in technical leadership; integrated machine control systems; system architecture and standardization; Controls and automation deliverable; Familiarity with functional safety standards; Vendor management.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	Yes
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelor’s Degree + 6 Years Tridium Certification — Preferred Certified Controls Engineer (CCE) — Desirable Certified Senior Controls Engineer (CSCE) — Desirable
Deadline to Apply	06/12/2026
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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* How many years of experience do you have implementing and supporting controls engineering systems?
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
* Describe your leadership philosophy and provide an example of a time when you were especially proactive in carrying out leadership responsibilities.
(Open Ended Question)
* Tell us of a time you used your critical thinking skills to create something new?
(Open Ended Question)
* Provide an example of how you have compiled data into a report or dashboard to support others on a team to monitor metrics and drive decision making.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with improving your organization's, department's, or team's processes or procedures to meet or exceed organizational goals.
(Open Ended Question)
* Tell me about a recent change you initiated at work that helped your organization, department, or team better meet customer needs or requirements.
(Open Ended Question)

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Cover Letter

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Job Title	Controls Engineering Manager
Requisition Number	RE54715
Working Title
Department Name	3CU00:Utilities & Energy Management
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	48
Salary Range	$62,941-103,834/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	6 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods; Repetitive motion; May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, confined spaces, and temperature/weather extremes while traveling to/from and/or reviewing job-site(s).
Shift	8:00am – 5:00pm (Monday – Friday) Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors, emergencies, and crisis management requiring evening(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.
Job Summary	Reporting to the Utilities Systems Manager, this position: Leads the automation and controls engineering team overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of controls systems for UK Campus and UK HealthCare Performs critical role in bridging technical system development with team leadership, vendor relations management, and plant operations Manages and provides support for the seamlessly integrated Building Automation System, including: installed Building Controls Graphical User Interface Swisslog Power Monitoring and Predictive Emissions Systems Critical Research Equipment Elevators Fire Alarm Systems Performs necessary communication, maintenance, upgrades, and programming Collaborates with Project Managers to add and complete new buildings/systems to the Building Automation System (BAS) In addition, the Controls Engineering Manager: Ensures Controls Engineering standards and requirements are met and/or exceeded in accordance with established procedures and processes Directly supervises assigned staff and maintains appropriate staffing levels, including hires, promotions, transfers, separations, etc. Encourages staff to maintain personally challenging achievement goals and to exert effort toward mastering tasks Proactively assists staff in reaching and obtaining their goals and objectives. Promotes teamwork and a positive work environment Strives for continuous improvement in all activities and work performance for self and others Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	MS Windows/Office; MS Project; SAP; KRONOS Driver’s License — Preferred Deep proficiency in PLC platforms and motion control; Demonstrated experience in technical leadership; integrated machine control systems; system architecture and standardization; Controls and automation deliverable; Familiarity with functional safety standards; Vendor management.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	Yes
Preferred Education/Experience	Bachelor’s Degree + 6 Years Tridium Certification — Preferred Certified Controls Engineer (CCE) — Desirable Certified Senior Controls Engineer (CSCE) — Desirable
Deadline to Apply	06/12/2026
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How many years of experience do you have implementing and supporting controls engineering systems?
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
* Describe your leadership philosophy and provide an example of a time when you were especially proactive in carrying out leadership responsibilities.
(Open Ended Question)
* Tell us of a time you used your critical thinking skills to create something new?
(Open Ended Question)
* Provide an example of how you have compiled data into a report or dashboard to support others on a team to monitor metrics and drive decision making.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with improving your organization's, department's, or team's processes or procedures to meet or exceed organizational goals.
(Open Ended Question)
* Tell me about a recent change you initiated at work that helped your organization, department, or team better meet customer needs or requirements.
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

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