Control Systems Manager -
Automation & Systems Integration
£75-85k + Pension, Bonus, Car Allowance
Shropshire. Ref: 25819
Join an established UK automation solutions provider specialising in the design and delivery of innovative control systems and turnkey engineering solutions for major manufacturing industries. This is an excellent opportunity to take a leadership role, developing engineering teams, improving technical processes and ensuring the successful delivery of automation projects.
Controls Manager - The Role:
Lead, manage and develop the Controls Engineering department
Oversee the delivery of automation and control software work packages, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the required quality
Work closely with Business Development and Applications teams to support technical proposals, estimations and pre-sales activities
Collaborate with Project Managers to establish effective project delivery plans
Manage resource allocation and utilisation across the Controls department
Develop and improve software development, testing processes and engineering procedures
Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to support resource requirements
Create and maintain engineering standards, templates, software libraries and best practices
Work alongside Electrical Engineering, Projects and Manufacturing teams to align processes and methodologies
Recruit, train and develop engineers to support business growth
Monitor departmental performance and audit engineering output to ensure high-quality, right-first-time delivery
Provide technical leadership, encourage innovation and ensure compliance with customer specifications and relevant regulations
Controls Manager - The Person:
BEng degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related discipline
Minimum 7 years' experience in a relevant technical delivery or engineering management role
Subject Matter Expert in automation and control system software
Proven experience leading, developing or managing engineering teams
Strong technical understanding of automation and control systems
Excellent interpersonal, influencing and communication skills
Confident working with stakeholders at all levels
Organised, proactive and adaptable, with the ability to work independently
Hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills
Enthusiastic, reliable and committed to delivering engineering excellence
The Benefits
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
BUPA medical plan
Life insurance
Employee assistance programme
Flexible working
Personal development and technical training
Free on-site parking and EV charging points
Social and wellbeing activity programme
Cycle to Work scheme
Located in Shropshire, this role would be commutable from Shrewsbury, Bridgnorth, Telford, Oswestry and other surrounding areas.
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