Manager Plant Engineering Services

Our client is looking for a Controls Engineering Manager. In this role, you’ll wear two hats: a hands-on individual contributor driving control algorithm development and a leader building out the controls team from the ground up. You will personally design, implement, and validate control loops for gimbal systems and VTOL platforms, set the overall architecture, define embedded C++ best practices in control projects, and work closely with hardware, firmware, and software teams to bring innovative products to market.
We are accepting applications from candidates who are currently authorized to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship.

Embedded C++: Establish and enforce modern C++ coding standards, unit-testing frameworks, and continuous-integration workflows for real-time systems.
Partner with mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams to define interfaces, run hardware-in-the-loop tests, and iterate control performance.
System Validation: Develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) test benches; analyze performance data and drive tuning cycles.
Embedded Robotics Background: Proven experience shipping embedded robotics products in C++ on microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M, STM32, etc.).
Strong C++ Skills: Deep understanding of modern C++ (14/17/20), real-time constraints, memory management, and multithreading.
Geometry & Transformations: Solid grasp of 3D kinematics, coordinate frames, quaternions, and homogeneous transforms.
Experience in one or more of attitude control, sensor fusion, target tracking or other complex frame-transformation problems, perception, and related system performance metrics.
Leadership & Project Ownership: 1+ year(s) leadership experience as a technical lead—mentoring peers, driving design reviews, and owning projects end-to-end from requirements through delivery.

Hands-on with PX4 middleware, MAVLink, and QGroundControl integration.
Proliance Consulting is a Seattle-based staffing firm specializing in IT and digital marketing roles. We connect top-tier talent with leading companies across the United States, offering contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement opportunities. Our approach emphasizes building authentic relationships, ensuring transparent communication, and delivering tailored solutions that align with both candidate aspirations and client needs. At Proliance Consulting, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our consultants, which is reflected in our strong reputation and 5-star reviews on Google. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and vision coverage through Regence, with Proliance covering 50% of employee premiums and 25% for dependents. We also provide dental insurance through Delta Dental, a competitive 401(k) with matching options, and direct deposit for convenience. Our team members enjoy paid safe and sick time, paperless pay statements, and the opportunity to earn referral bonuses through our Employee Referral Program. Proliance Consulting provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Proliance Consulting complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.