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This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Control Systems Manager to join a highly respected automation business specialising in bespoke machinery for industries including medical devices and packaging. With a strong order book and continued growth, the company is looking for a hands‑on Head of Controls to lead a team of Software & Commissioning and Electrical Engineers while driving the development of innovative automation and robotic solutions.
This role offers a rare combination of technical leadership, project ownership and practical engineering involvement across complex special purpose machinery projects.
The Role:
- To be responsible for the management and delivery of all control system projects on time, to budget and to the required national and international standards.
- Lead and manage all controls engineering projects from concept through to commissioning and customer handover
- Oversee a team of Software & Commissioning and Electrical Engineers, supporting development and high‑quality delivery
- Design and develop machine control and safety systems for automated machinery
- Develop PLC and HMI software for complex automation systems and electrical documentation using Eplan
- Support electrical design activities including ePlan documentation, BOMs and system specifications
- Commission, test and optimise special purpose machines and automation systems
- Program and integrate industrial robots including 6‑axis, SCARA and Delta robots
- Support FAT and SAT activities alongside customer training and ongoing technical support
- Drive standardisation, continuous improvement and best practice across controls engineering activities
- Work closely with customers, suppliers and internal teams throughout project delivery
What We’re Looking For
- Strong background in automation and control systems with leadership experience
- Experience with PLC platforms including Omron, Siemens or Allen Bradley
- Knowledge of robotics integration and machine automation
- Strong understanding of electrical schematics and pneumatic systems
- Previous experience within special purpose machinery or automated systems
- Excellent communication and team leadership skills
- Hands‑on engineering approach with strong problem‑solving ability
- Flexible approach to travel, commissioning and customer support activities
Why Join?
- Join a growing and highly respected automation engineering business
- Work on complex, technically advanced robotic and automation projects
- Lead and develop a skilled controls engineering team
- Strong long‑term project pipeline and job stability
- Broad role combining leadership, technical development and hands‑on engineering
- Opportunity to influence engineering standards, innovation and future growth
- Employee Ownership Trust
Interested?
Located in Leicestershire, this role would be commutable from Hinckley, Coventry, Loughborough, Leicester and other surrounding areas.
If you’re looking for a senior‑level automation role where you can combine technical leadership with hands‑on engineering and play a key role in shaping future automation projects, we’d love to see what you have to offer. Contact Sharon Hill on 07764208419 or 01902961350 or email
