Controls Cost Estimator – Automation Projects

Dematic; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic is seeking a seasoned Controls Cost Engineer to drive cost estimation for controls activities across automation projects. You will work with Engineering and supplier teams to quote parts, labour, and hours, while conducting site surveys to ensure alignment with sales and delivery.

Your role includes evaluating software, hardware, and on-site works from installation to commissioning. We value experience in automated material handling, strong communication, and the ability to influence

Qualifications

• HNC or HND (or equivalent) in electrical engineering.
• Proven experience as a Controls Engineer in automated material handling or related industries.
• Experience estimating project costs is useful but not required.
• Siemens STEP 7 knowledge is advantageous; other PLC platforms are also welcome.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across multi‑disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan project approaches and define technical scopes to meet customer and safety requirements.
• Assess live-site constraints and provide solutions that minimize disruption to client operations.
• Engage regularly with Engineering and Sales teams; occasionally interact with customers.
• Provide provisional project schedules for use by Sales in offers to customers.
• Conduct site visits to inspect/audit relevant areas and attend Technical Reviews.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining departmental procedures and standards.

Skills

Cost estimation

Project coordination

Electrical engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Education

HNC/HND in electrical engineering

Tools

Siemens STEP 7

PLC programming (various platforms)

Job description

Dematic is seeking a seasoned Controls Cost Engineer to drive cost estimation for controls activities across automation projects. You will work with Engineering and supplier teams to quote parts, labour, and hours, while conducting site surveys to ensure alignment with sales and delivery.

Your role includes evaluating software, hardware, and on-site works from installation to commissioning. We value experience in automated material handling, strong communication, and the ability to influence