Sr. Manager, Automation & Instrumentation

POSITION PURPOSE:

The ICM Automation and Instrumentation team consists of programmers and instrumentation specialists who produce detailed DCS architecture/design, I/O allocation design, valve, flow meter and instrument specifications, loop drawings, junctions box design, communication and layout drawings, instrument location drawings, DCS graphic design, function block coding, on-site DCS start-up and commissioning on multiple greenfield and brownfield projects within the ethanol industry.  ICM Programmers must become proficient in the following DCS programs which are prevalent in the industry:  Siemens, Foxboro, Rockwell, Emerson, and Yokagawa.  In addition to new project design, the ICM Automation and Instrumentation supports existing customers through service agreements.  The Sr. Manager, Automation & Instrumentation, will lead the direction, planning, organization, and supervision of the Automation and Instrumentation staff. This individual will be responsible guiding the team through troubleshooting issues at operating plants, developing solutions which are timely and cost effective, and supporting the development of new technology within the ethanol industry.  The Sr. Manager, Automation & Instrumentation will be responsible for planning and managing the workload and providing technical oversight and mentoring to members of the Automation & Instrumentation team.  He or she will be responsible for the establishment, implementation, and continuous updating of standards that allow ICM to maintain the standard of care expected within the ethanol industry.  Provide solutions that may include instrumentation specifications and DCS/PLC hardware and software design that are on the forefront of the technical requirements of the industry.  Manage projects to completion including tracking project time and design deliverables.   The Sr. Manager, Automation & Instrumentation must be capable of working within a team environment and able to communicate and coordinate and develop good working relationships with other engineering disciplines and Project Management. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES: 

• Manage Automation & Instrumentation department staffing, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, performance evaluations, training and disciplinary actions.   
• Establish an understanding of the Automation & Instrumentation work load and the technical requirements of each project.   Delegate work according to staff capacity and capability.  Lead, mentor and provide peer review for the Automation & Instrumentation team. 
• Create, maintain and update ICM Automation & Instrumentation Guidelines and Standards and work with other departments within ICM to facilitate and improve overall project execution processes. 
• Act as technical representative of ICM Automation & Instrumentation in supporting business development opportunities.    
• Review contract scope documents to assure Customer and Project Management expectations align with Automation and Instrumentation Team. 
• Support the generation and execution of DCS Service Agreements. 
• Work with project execution team to determine most effective control system exercising judgment to communicate with the team and the end customer to address the needs & wants of the customer while clearly laying out options that effect the economics and longevity of the system. 
• Communicate with all departments to provide technical advice and to resolve internal and external issues. 
• Prepare and maintain department budget working in collaboration with the finance department.  Develop staff training programs and ensure department skill sets are maintained at the level required by corporate training initiatives and the standard of care required to for ICM to be the industry leader in process control system design and support. 

Education/Certification:  

• Bachelor of Science degree in related technical field preferred                                                      

Required Knowledge & Experience:      

• 5-7 years designing instrumentation experience required  
• Troubleshooting motor control circuits, process instrumentation and computer equipment set up experience required
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC) required
• Programming DCS & PLC systems experience required
• Ability to read P&ID’s required 
• Industry experience preferred
• Construction experience preferred
• Supervisory experience required                                                             

Skills/Abilities:                  

• Possess excellent computer skills utilizing MS Office products
• Acts with honesty and integrity    
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with company executives and leadership
• Ability to maintain good relationships with internal and external customers, use tact and diplomacy, and possess a customer service focus
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including negotiating, and leadership skills
• Manage multiple priorities with efficiency and accuracy
• Demonstrates attention to detail                                                

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION:

Must have current, valid driver’s license with no restrictions.  Up to 15% travel required or as needed.  Ability to sit for long periods of time.  Able to view computer screen for lengths at a time.  Must be able to speak and listen clearly.  Fine visual acuity to read for accuracy. May be exposed to loud noises, wet and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, extreme hot and cold depending on weather conditions.  May be required to work in high, precarious places.