Control Systems Manager

Control Systems Manager

£70- 80k + Pension, Annual Bonus, Share Scheme

Leicestershire

Ref: 25370

Are you ready to lead the delivery of advanced automation and robotic systems for global customers?

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Control Systems Manager to join a highly respected automation business specialising in bespoke machinery for industries including medical devices and packaging. With a strong order book and continued growth, the company is looking for a hands-on Head of Controls to lead a team of Software & Commissioning and Electrical Engineers while driving the development of innovative automation and robotic solutions.

This role offers a rare combination of technical leadership, project ownership and practical engineering involvement across complex special purpose machinery projects.

Control Systems Manager - The Role:

To be responsible for the management and delivery of all control system projects on time, to budget and to the required national and international standards.
Lead and manage all controls engineering projects from concept through to commissioning  and customer handover
Oversee a team of Software & Commissioning and Electrical Engineers, supporting development and high-quality delivery
Design and develop machine control and safety systems for automated machinery
Develop PLC and HMI software for complex automation systems and electrical documentation using Eplan
Support electrical design activities including ePlan documentation, BOMs and system specifications
Commission, test and optimise special purpose machines and automation systems
Program and integrate industrial robots including 6-axis, SCARA and Delta robots
Support FAT and SAT activities alongside customer training and ongoing technical support
Drive standardisation, continuous improvement and best practice across controls engineering activities
Work closely with customers, suppliers and internal teams throughout project delivery

Control Systems Manager - What We’re Looking For:

Strong background in automation and control systems with leadership experience
 Experience with PLC platforms including Omron, Siemens or Allen Bradley
 Knowledge of robotics integration and machine automation
 Strong understanding of electrical schematics and pneumatic systems
 Previous experience within special purpose machinery or automated systems
 Excellent communication and team leadership skills
 Hands-on engineering approach with strong problem-solving ability
 Flexible approach to travel, commissioning and customer support activities

Why Join?

Join a growing and highly respected automation engineering business
 Work on complex, technically advanced robotic and automation projects
 Lead and develop a skilled controls engineering team
 Strong long-term project pipeline and job stability
 Broad role combining leadership, technical development and hands-on engineering
 Opportunity to influence engineering standards, innovation and future growth
 Employee Ownership Trust

Interested?

Located in Leicestershire, this role would be commutable from Hinckley, Coventry, Loughborough, Leicester and other surrounding areas.

If you’re looking for a senior-level automation role where you can combine technical leadership with hands-on engineering and play a key role in shaping future automation projects, we’d love to see what you have to offer.

For further information please contact Sharon Hill.

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