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Express Recruitment

Automation and Control Systems Project Manager

Express Recruitment
United Kingdom · Full-time · Mid-Senior

Express Recruitment are proud to be representing a rapidly growing Engineering Systems Specialist based in Nottinghamshire who are looking to hire an Automation & Control Systems Project Manager on a full time, permanent basis.


Their successful candidate will lead multiple Engineering projects, develop sign off agreements, ensure materials are within budget and available in line project schedules, and provide project updates to Management. They will also have to travel to customer sites to ensure projects are being carried out according to specifications.


Their ideal candidate will have experience leading projects within an Engineering environment. They are looking for a candidate who is either a proven a Project Manager within the Automation or Controls sector, or an experienced Control Systems Engineer looking to take their first step into management. Du to the nature of the role, a full clean UK driving licence will be required to apply.

They are offering a competitive salary of up to c£60,000 per annum D.O.E alongside a generous benefits package including a car allowance, overtime bonuses, and more!


They invest in every member of their teams and promote an environment of growth and positivity, making this the ideal position for a Project Engineer in the automation and robotics industry looking to make the next move in their career!


Roles and Responsibilities


  • Work across multiple Engineering projects in line with lead times and standards defined by clients and the company
  • Develop sign off agreements for Function Design specifications
  • Manage resources for all assigned projects
  • Ensure projects materials are within budget, ordered, and delivered onsite in line with defined project schedule
  • Lead teams on projects and ensure all tasks are carry out by the team as required
  • Provide high-quality weekly project updates to Management
  • Develop controls layouts and technical documents in line with client requirements


Skills and Experience


  • Experience leading projects within an Engineering environment
  • Proven experience working as a Control Systems Engineer
  • Experienced in PLC programming and SCADA implementation desirable
  • Experience with conveyors, automation and/or robotics is highly desirable
  • Prince2 Foundation/Practitioner certification preferred but not essential
  • Experience with budget management, developing agreements, and managing contracts
  • Full clean UK driving licence


About Express Recruitment


Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.


We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7


Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.


Vacancy Summary


Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday


Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum D.O.E


Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire


Job Type: Full Time, Permanent


Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.


This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.

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Posted
Apr 02, 2025
Type
Full-time
Level
Mid-Senior
Location
Nottingham

Industries

IT Services IT Consulting

Categories

Information Technology

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