Head of Automation Engineering Design

Tesco UK; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK retailer is seeking a Head of Automation Engineering Design to lead innovative automation solutions across its distribution network. The role involves orchestrating complex projects, managing a team of engineering managers, and developing specifications for cutting-edge automation systems. Successful candidates will have extensive experience in automation technologies and project delivery, with a focus on efficiency and collaboration. The position offers a flexible work arrangement, allowing for remote work and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in automation systems and equipment procurement.
• Understanding of project management and installation assurance.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of large-scale automation projects.
• Analyse data for process improvements.
• Develop functional design specifications.

Skills

Experience in AMR, AGV, Conveyor & Sortation systems

Data analysis & interpretation

Project design and delivery

Understanding of industry standards

Proficient in CE compliance, PUWER and AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Tesco is on a journey to transform through innovative automation and intelligent design. We’re looking for an experienced Head of Automation Engineering Design to lead the design and development of innovative automation solutions across our warehousing and distribution network.

• Leading the planning & design of multiple complex, large-scale Automation projects that span across the Tesco estate working with Distribution & Fulfilment, Engineering, Maintenance, Property, IT, Technology teams.
• Leading a team of Automation Engineering Managers to analyse data, deliver conceptual designs, review RFIs, proposals, contracts and testing of on site delivery.
• Develop functional design specifications and user requirements to support the project team in commercial tendering and contract discussions.
• Support development for strategic projects for new builds and retrofit of automation to existing sites.
• Understand fundamental Mechatronic and Software technologies to reduce Cost To Serve of automating sites.
• Understand industrial engineering principals to develop automation systems based on operational data.
• Demonstrating technical knowledge, new technology insights and automation Network to deliver innovative automation solutions.
• Developing productive relationships senior partners to enable the change programme and ensure projects are delivered to the agreed specification, times and budget.

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Qualifications

• Experience in AMR, AGV, Conveyor & Sortation systems
• Data analysis & interpretation to design process improvements.
• Experience of project design and delivery, writing specifications in this sector.
• Good understanding of industry standards.
• Proficient in CE compliance, PUWER and AutoCAD
• A detailed understanding of automation plant and systems within the sector.
• Experienced in specification, design, procurement, project management, installation assurance and maintenance of automation equipment

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