Material Handling & Warehouse Automation Lead

Jabil; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company seeks an Automation Engineering Manager to oversee automation projects. This role includes leading project managers and engineers, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence, along with liaising with customers for project specifications. Candidates must have a B.Sc. in Mechanical or Electronics Engineering and 8-10 years of project management experience in the automation field. The company values diversity and sustainability in its operations.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in project management for automation equipment.
• Expertise in leading project managers and engineers.
• Ability to manage automation projects to meet delivery timelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage automation projects to ensure timely and on-budget delivery.
• Liaise with sites/customers for project specifications.
• Oversee project managers and engineers in execution.

Skills

Project management

Knowledge of electronics industry processes

Automation design and installation

Education

B.Sc. in Mechanical or Electronics/Electrical Engineering

Job description

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of the position is to assist in the overall management of Automation Design initiatives. The Automation Engineering Manager manages and oversees various automation engineering projects, and staff. Position acts as liaison to sites, and customers for project requirements, specification, plan and installation. Position ensures stipulated specification and requirements are met, and delivered within budget and on time. Position garners team contributions in the execution and implementation of project goals, and supports the Senior Manager of Automation in proliferation of projects and equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages automation projects to meet delivery timeline and budget.
• Manages a group of project managers and project engineers.
• Liaise with sites / customers on project requirement, specification, and time line.
• Leads the team to review, understand and interpret requirements/specification correctly and transform all of these into design.
• Reviews all quotes prepared on internal quote system.
• Responsible for the P & L of individual project, ensure project deadline and budget is met.
• Ensure all engineering times are logged into tracking systems and corresponds to projects.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of electronics industries processes.
• Expert knowledge and skill in project management.
• Advanced knowledge of EMS industries.
• Advanced knowledge of automation design and installation.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• B.Sc. in Mechanical or Electronics/Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 8-10 years of working experiences in project management for automation equipment.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.

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