Automation Controls Cost Estimator

Dematic; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic is seeking an experienced Controls Cost Engineer to lead cost estimation of controls-related activities on automated material handling projects. You will work with the Engineering Team and suppliers to develop accurate costings for parts, labour and hours, and conduct site surveys.

The role involves defining technical scopes, supporting sales with provisional schedules, visiting live sites and contributing to continuous improvement of departmental procedures.

Qualifications

• HNC or HND (or equivalent) in electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience as a Controls Engineer in automated material handling or similar industries.
• Experience estimating costs is useful but not essential.
• Knowledge of Siemens STEP 7 is advantageous; PLC programming experience in other platforms welcome.

Responsibilities

• Plan project approaches and define technical scopes to meet safety requirements.
• Manage live-site constraints and minimize client disruptions.
• Engage with Engineering and Sales teams; occasional customer interaction.
• Provide provisional project schedules for Sales offers.
• Conduct site visits and audits of relevant areas.
• Attend Technical Reviews for projects.
• Help develop and maintain departmental procedures and standards.

Skills

Controls engineering

Cost estimation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

HNC/HND in electrical engineering

Tools

Siemens STEP 7

PLC programming

Job description

Dematic is seeking an experienced Controls Cost Engineer to lead cost estimation of controls-related activities on automated material handling projects. You will work with the Engineering Team and suppliers to develop accurate costings for parts, labour and hours, and conduct site surveys.

The role involves defining technical scopes, supporting sales with provisional schedules, visiting live sites and contributing to continuous improvement of departmental procedures.