Director, Automation & Controls Engineering

Director, Automation & Controls Engineering

At Entegris, we are driven by our core valuesPeople, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellenceas 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.

What You'll Do:

• 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 concurrent with Industry trends and Technology advances and promote or champion adoption to 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.

What We Seek:

• 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.

Why Work At Entegris? Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization not just when it's convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

• 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
• A progressive (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence
• Company anticipates the application window closing approximately 5 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Company to shorten or extend the application window

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

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.