Director, Automation & Controls Engineering

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Director, Automation & Controls Engineering

At Entegris, we are driven by our core values—People, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellence—as we shape the future of manufacturing. We are currently seeking a new Director of Automation and Controls to play a crucial role in integrating advanced automation technologies across global operations, enhancing safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. As the new Director of Automation and Controls, you will foster innovation, ensure accountability in execution, and champion the well‑being of employees by leveraging automation to create safer and smarter workplaces.

You will be based onsite in Rockrimmon, CO or Billerica, MA
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• Empower People:
  Build, lead and mentor a global automation & controls team, foster collaboration and continuous growth. Ensure automation strategies enhance employee safety and operational efficiency.
• Drive Accountability:
  Establish clear objectives and measurable outcomes for automation initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals. Maintain compliance with international regulations and industry standards. Ensure successful completion of FAT and SAT of Automation & Controls projects.
• Fuel Creativity:
  Identify and implement groundbreaking automation solutions, integrating robotics, AI, and IoT to push the boundaries of manufacturing innovation.
• Deliver Excellence:
  Create and implement an Automation strategy that delivers safety, precision, reliability, and peak operational performance of automated cells/lines/systems in the division’s factories.
• Be a Technology Leader:
  Stay current with industry trends and technology advances and promote or champion adoption of the right applications in the Division’s factories.
• Integrate Technology:
  Oversee the selection and deployment of automation and control systems across all plants globally.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders:
  Partner with engineering, IT, OT, and supply chain teams to ensure secure and seamless automation implementation.
• Engage with Industry and Vendor Partners:
  Cultivate strong partnerships with technology providers and stay ahead of emerging automation trends.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, Automation, Robotics, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  10–15 years of leadership experience in automation and controls within a global manufacturing setting.
• Technical Expertise:
  In‑depth knowledge of industrial automation, PLC/DCS systems, robotics, AI‑driven automation, and IoT integration.
• Leadership
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrated ability to lead large‑scale automation projects with cross‑functional teams.
• Global
  
  Experience:
  
  Understanding of diverse manufacturing environments and international compliance standards.

• Compensation: $170,000–$215,000 year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role.
• Shift Differential (if applicable).
• Annual Bonus Eligible.
• Progressive PTO policy.
• Generous 401(K) plan with employer match with no delayed vesting.
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Education assistance.
• Values‑driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

Entegris does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.