Controls Manager: Lead Warehouse Automation Projects

John Charles Search; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Car / Car Allowance

Pension

Healthcare

Phone & Laptop provided

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Controls Manager to guide controls engineering strategy for automation projects in the UK. The role involves mentoring a team of engineers and ensuring compliance with safety standards while overseeing system design and integration. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in warehouse automation, strong leadership skills, and the ability to resolve complex engineering challenges. This full-time position offers a competitive package and is located in the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven background in controls engineering within warehouse automation or robotics.
• Strong experience with PLC/SCADA platforms.
• Hands-on commissioning experience with automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the controls engineering team.
• Oversee system architecture and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with mechanical and software teams for project execution.

Skills

Controls engineering

PLC/SCADA platforms (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, Beckhoff, Mitsubishi)

Team management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Controls Manager to guide controls engineering strategy for automation projects in the UK. The role involves mentoring a team of engineers and ensuring compliance with safety standards while overseeing system design and integration. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in warehouse automation, strong leadership skills, and the ability to resolve complex engineering challenges. This full-time position offers a competitive package and is located in the UK.