Job Description

Team Lead, Controls

Exton, PA

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team!

Greatness takes continuous evolution.

That's why we're bringing together relentless problem solvers, proven processes, and audacious thinkers. We are driving to become one unrivaled force in automation - pushing what's possible for ourselves and our customers.

One team. Any challenge.

Convergix is a global automation systems integrator that serves diverse end markets. We design, build, test, and integrate custom solutions to automate our customers’ operations with a focus on solving unique challenges that others struggle to address. As a team, we are on an improvement journey in pursuit of our vision: to become the ultimate trusted partner to our customers, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world renowned processes and diverse experience If you want to join a team whose mission is to elevate the automation industry, we want to hear from you! Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/

The Role

As a Team Lead, you will provide both technical leadership and operational oversight, ensuring your team delivers exceptional results in the Controls and Process Automation space. You will guide your team through complex projects, mentor and develop talent, and maintain a culture of safety, quality and engagement. This role combines strategic thinking, hands-on leadership, and operational excellence to drive success for both clients and the organization.

This role supports our Northeast region process and manufacturing customers, including leading food & beverage and consumer goods producers. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing our high-performance standards within a fast-paced, precision-driven process manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Develop: Inspire a team of automation professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and growth.
• Technical Oversight: Provide high-level technical direction, quality control, and conceptual expertise for automation projects, ensuring compliance with standards and safety requirements.
• Operational Excellence: Manage resources, track team performance, and maintain efficient, organized, work environments.
• Engagement and Communication: Run daily huddles, team meetings, and one-on-ones to keep your team aligned and motivated.
• Performance and Growth: Conduct performance reviews, support career development, and contribute to technical training initiatives.
• Culture and Experience: Promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture.
• Business Support: Offer technical input for proposals and client solutions when needed.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical and automation system design (PLC, HMI,
• RTU, SCADA, Networks, etc.).
• 3+ years of proven success in client relationship management.
• 5+ years of experience working in or with process manufacturing clients (e.g., food & beverage, consumer goods, or chemical industries).
• Strong background in Controls or Process Automation, including electrical design.
• Familiarity with IIoT and its application in industrial processes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in coaching, mentoring, and developing teams.
• Operational management skills including resource forecasting, allocation & utilization tracking.
• Experience with performance management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex situations and deliver results under pressure.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel as required.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds.

Perks of Being Part of the Team

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• 401K, including company match
• Company-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage for you and your spouse/children
• Company-paid short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid-time off and company-paid holidays
• Profit Sharing

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are the foundation on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

Convergix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.