Senior Controls & Robotics Engineer

EnerSys Ltd. - UK; Newport; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Continuous learning and development

Collaborative engineering culture

Meaningful role contributing to SIP/s

Job summary

EnerSys Ltd. - UK is seeking a Senior Controls & Robotics Engineer to lead the automation transformation at our site, driving improvements in PLC-based control systems and robotics while ensuring safety and reliability across production.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with OEMs and system integrators, and support commissioning and handover, shaping site standards and delivering high-impact projects with cutting-edge technology.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial automation and manufacturing environments.
• Strong hands-on expertise with PLCs (Siemens/Allen-Bradley) and robotics.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex automation challenges and lead projects.
• Proven ability to collaborate with OEMs and system integrators.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation of automation systems to improve performance, safety and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement across robotics, PLCs and production systems.
• Collaborate with OEMs and system integrators during installations and upgrades.
• Develop and standardize control systems, logic and documentation.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technicians; support commissioning and handover.

Skills

PLCs (Siemens or Allen-Bradley)

Robotics

Motion systems

Industrial communications

Troubleshooting

Project management

Job description

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Why Join EnerSys

At EnerSys, we power the technologies that keep the world moving — from critical infrastructure to advanced industrial operations. Joining us means working on cutting-edge automation in a global organization committed to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence.

This is your chance to take ownership of high-impact engineering projects while influencing how modern manufacturing systems evolve.

The impact you will make

As a Senior Controls & Robotics Engineer, you will lead the transformation of our automation systems — improving performance, safety, and reliability across the site.

You won’t just maintain systems — you’ll redefine them, driving innovation and building the future of smart manufacturing.

What you will do

• Drive continuous improvement across robotics, PLCs, and production systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation challenges
• Collaborate with OEMs and system integrators during installations and upgrades
• Develop and standardize control systems, logic, and documentation
• Program and optimize PLCs to improve performance and safety
• Support commissioning, validation, and system handover
• Ensure compliance with electrical and HSE standards
• Mentor and develop engineers and technicians

What will help you succeed

• Experience in manufacturing automation or industrial engineering
• Strong hands-on expertise with PLCs (Siemens or Allen Bradley)
• Knowledge of robotics, motion systems, and industrial communications
• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and drive solutions independently
• Experience managing technical projects from concept to completion
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Why this role is exciting

• Own and lead impactful automation projects
• Work with advanced technologies: robotics, vision systems, smart controls
• Combine leadership with hands-on engineering
• Influence site-wide standards and innovation
• Be a key player in digital and industrial transformation

What we offer

• Career growth in a global industrial leader
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Collaborative, high-performance engineering culture
• A meaningful role contributing to sustainable industrial solutions

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