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Automation Supervisor jobs are open across manufacturing, food and beverage, automotive, and logistics, from lead technician to senior and plant-level supervisor, with specializations in PLC programming, robotics integration, and process control. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Location: This role supports our Chantilly, VA branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Northern Virgina area
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.
Transform the everyday with us!
Our Solutions Operations Supervisors - Building Automation lead a team of installation specialists and commissioning technicians responsible for new construction (Solutions) building automation systems. As an Operations Supervisor, you will be responsible for the overall success of our Specialists and Technicians by coordinating their activities for all installed projects, technical support programs, and time-and-materials (T&M) work, which will provide on-time delivery of contracts and ensure customer expectations are met.
As a Building Automation Solutions Operations Supervisor, you will:
- Supervise, train, and mentor the System Specialist team; set goals, monitor performance, conduct employee review meetings, and schedule formal training and Guide and support the team on planning and managing construction projects through completion
- Schedule and assign installation and commissioning tasks to the team and ensure schedules are maintained and projects proceed according to plans, job specifications, and cost estimates
- Maintain and improve planned and booked margins for technical support programs
- Direct and supervise the development and use of project plans in monitoring and controlling the execution of work and review customer feedback and ensure customer retention and account growth goals such as adds, extras, upgrades, and escalations are achieved
- Maintain the relationships between sales, engineering, and executions teams so changes and discrepancies can be managed to minimize cost and delay throughout the estimating and execution phases of projects and accountable for the profit and loss of projects assigned to the operations team and serve as a local a Leader and customer representative for the operations team
- Support project profitability through cost-containment procedures and processes and travel between branch locations as needed
- Maintain excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
You will make an impact with these qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or state-recognized GED
- On-the-job experience with:
- HVAC System Automation/Building Automation Controls including knowledge of design, startup, programming, integration, documentation, and commissioning
- Training, mentoring, scheduling, and supervising employees responsible for System Automation/Building Automation startup
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Ability and willingness to travel 10%
- Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3+ years of experience in training, mentoring, scheduling, and supervising employees responsible for System Automation/Building Automation startup
- 5+ years’ experience in engineering or project management
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Ready to create your own journey? Join us today!
About Siemens
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce
We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.
You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $85,088 - $145,865 annually with a target incentive of 5% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
Position Location: This role supports our Chantilly, VA branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Northern Virgina area
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.
Transform the everyday with us!
Our Solutions Operations Supervisors - Building Automation lead a team of installation specialists and commissioning technicians responsible for new construction (Solutions) building automation systems. As an Operations Supervisor, you will be responsible for the overall success of our Specialists and Technicians by coordinating their activities for all installed projects, technical support programs, and time-and-materials (T&M) work, which will provide on-time delivery of contracts and ensure customer expectations are met.
As a Building Automation Solutions Operations Supervisor, you will:
- Supervise, train, and mentor the System Specialist team; set goals, monitor performance, conduct employee review meetings, and schedule formal training and Guide and support the team on planning and managing construction projects through completion
- Schedule and assign installation and commissioning tasks to the team and ensure schedules are maintained and projects proceed according to plans, job specifications, and cost estimates
- Maintain and improve planned and booked margins for technical support programs
- Direct and supervise the development and use of project plans in monitoring and controlling the execution of work and review customer feedback and ensure customer retention and account growth goals such as adds, extras, upgrades, and escalations are achieved
- Maintain the relationships between sales, engineering, and executions teams so changes and discrepancies can be managed to minimize cost and delay throughout the estimating and execution phases of projects and accountable for the profit and loss of projects assigned to the operations team and serve as a local a Leader and customer representative for the operations team
- Support project profitability through cost-containment procedures and processes and travel between branch locations as needed
- Maintain excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
You will make an impact with these qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or state-recognized GED
- On-the-job experience with:
- HVAC System Automation/Building Automation Controls including knowledge of design, startup, programming, integration, documentation, and commissioning
- Training, mentoring, scheduling, and supervising employees responsible for System Automation/Building Automation startup
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Ability and willingness to travel 10%
- Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3+ years of experience in training, mentoring, scheduling, and supervising employees responsible for System Automation/Building Automation startup
- 5+ years’ experience in engineering or project management
#LI-TAG #Southeast-EREF #VeteranCareers #TransitioningServiceMember #MilitarySpouse
Ready to create your own journey? Join us today!
About Siemens
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce
We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.
You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $85,088 - $145,865 annually with a target incentive of 5% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation supervisor jobs.
- Five or more years of hands-on experience with industrial automation systems and PLCs
- Proficiency in Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLC programming and troubleshooting
- Experience supervising or leading a team of automation technicians or engineers
- Familiarity with SCADA systems, HMI configuration, and process control software
- Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology, mechatronics, or related field
- Knowledge of electrical schematics, control panel design, and NEC safety standards
Tips for Your Automation Supervisor Job Search
Quantify uptime and throughput improvements
Hiring managers for automation supervisor roles want measurable results. Replace vague statements with specific outcomes like reduced downtime by a defined percentage or increased line output after a controls upgrade. Numbers tied to real projects stand out against generic claims.
List your PLC and SCADA platforms explicitly
Automation roles are screened by platform. Name every system you have hands-on experience with, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Ignition, and FactoryTalk. Buried or omitted platform names are the most common reason qualified candidates get filtered out before a human reads the resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists automation supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry vertical not just title
An automation supervisor role in automotive OEM carries different expectations than one in pharma or food processing. Search by industry alongside the title to find openings where your specific environment experience is a direct match, not just a transferable skill.
Prepare a controls philosophy walkthrough
Many automation supervisor interviews include a whiteboard or verbal walk-through of how you would design or troubleshoot a control loop. Practice explaining your decision process from sensor selection through HMI feedback out loud before the interview, not just in your head.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate pay
Before accepting an offer, clarify which systems you own, whether capital project authority is included, and what your direct report count will be on day one. Ambiguity in scope is harder to fix after you start than compensation, and it directly affects your next career move.
Automation Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most automation supervisors?
The companies hiring the most automation supervisors right now include Keystone Clearwater Solutions, Siemens, and Newrest, with the largest share of openings in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing-heavy states and regions with active food processing or automotive assembly operations tend to generate the most consistent volume of openings.
How many automation supervisor jobs are remote?
About 33% of automation supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most plant-floor roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include controls engineering oversight, vendor management, and capital project coordination rather than direct line supervision.
How do you become an automation supervisor?
Start by building hands-on experience with PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting, and at least one industrial SCADA platform in a technician or controls engineer role. Take on informal leadership responsibilities such as training junior technicians or leading small improvement projects. Pursue a relevant associate or bachelor's degree if you don't already have one, and earn certifications in platforms like Rockwell or Siemens to signal depth. Apply for lead or senior technician roles before targeting supervisor titles directly.
Can I get hired as an automation supervisor with little direct supervisory experience?
Yes, employers will hire candidates with strong technical depth and limited formal supervisory history if you can demonstrate you have led projects, trained coworkers, or coordinated cross-functional work. Frame your resume around ownership and outcomes rather than titles. Some companies post automation supervisor roles that are effectively working leads, where the technical bar matters more than prior people-management experience. Smaller facilities and startups are generally more open to this profile than large unionized plants.
What does the automation supervisor interview process look like?
Most processes involve an initial phone screen focused on platform experience and industry background, followed by a technical interview that may include troubleshooting scenarios or a controls design walk-through. A panel interview with operations, engineering, and HR is common at mid-size and larger manufacturers. Some employers add a facility tour or a practical assessment where you review a P&ID or ladder logic diagram. Final-round conversations typically shift to leadership style, change management, and how you handle downtime events.
Where can I find and apply to automation supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to automation supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your platform experience, industry background, and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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