Control Systems Manager

1 week ago


West Midlands Combined Authority, United Kingdom Automation Experts Full time
Lead Automation Engineer – The Role:

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Control Systems Engineer to lead our automation solutions team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ownership of the functional safety lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Supervision and motivation of teams of engineers, including external resources, to deliver high-quality projects.
  • Mentoring of graduate engineering, trainees, and apprentices to develop their skills and knowledge.
  • Collaboration with Project Managers to identify and mitigate project risks and technical changes.
  • Active involvement in the development of internal standards and practices, focusing on continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Take complete ownership of projects at handover stage, maintaining responsibility for all activities, including those delegated to other staff or sub-contractors.
  • Detailed software and electrical/control concept design, ensuring efficient and effective solutions.
  • Organize CAD, manufacturing, test, dispatch, and commissioning activities during the project lifecycle.
  • Visit customer sites as required to ensure smooth project execution.
  • On-site commissioning of completed projects, if necessary.
Lead Automation Engineer – The Person:

Requirements:

  • A broad automation understanding, with the ability to manage projects from both software and hardware perspectives.
  • Competence with Rockwell and Siemens packages, with experience in industrial drive and control systems.
  • Good working knowledge of variable speed drives, PLCs, and SCADA/HMI products.
  • Ability to manage and document project information for successful project delivery.
  • Previous experience in industrial automation, preferably working on continuous process lines with power electronics and excellent drives ability.
  • Strong communication skills and excellent team-playing abilities.

Location: This role is based in Shropshire, with easy commutability from surrounding areas.



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