Controls Engineering Manager

Job Title:

Controls Engineering Manager

Location:

Tadcaster, England, United Kingdom
Company:
Bit recruit
Client/

Employer:

Occupop
Posted: 20.05.2026

• Lead and develop a high‑performing Engineering Department.
• Provide strategic leadership for Electrical and Software Engineering teams.
• Plan resources to meet project needs and ensure optimal utilisation.
• Drive departmental performance focusing on quality, efficiency, and process excellence.
• Embed best practices, functional safety, compliance, and industry standards across all engineering outputs.
• Champion continuous improvement, mentor team leaders, and support their technical and professional growth.
• Monitor and manage non‑conformances, COPQ, and engineering governance.
• Deliver exceptional engineering outcomes by working closely with Project Responsible Engineers and aligning resources, plans, and milestones.
• Ensure timely delivery of all electrical and software engineering elements within multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering and Project Management for seamless end‑to‑end project delivery.
• Provide expert technical guidance, resolving complex engineering challenges.
• Support commissioning activities including FAT, SAT, and customer handover.
• Track risks, constraints, changes, and progress, communicating clearly to stakeholders and senior leadership.

• Proven leadership experience managing both Electrical and Software engineering teams in automation or complex engineered systems.
• Strong technical background in electrical design, PLC programming, HMI development, and motion control.
• Deep understanding of functional safety, engineering governance, and standards such as IEC 61131‑3, ISO 13849, IEC 62061, and CE compliance.
• Experience driving process improvement, performance management, and team development.
• Demonstrated success in resource planning, utilisation management, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to make fast, informed decisions in a project‑driven environment.

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Expertise in PLCs, HMIs, motion control, and safety system design.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, or Beckhoff.
• Familiarity with version control and configuration management tools.
• Experience using project management and reporting tools such as Microsoft Project or Jira.

Lead a talented engineering team pushing the boundaries of automation. Influence strategic engineering direction and departmental growth. Work on exciting, complex projects that challenge and inspire. Be part of an organisation that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Ready to lead the future of controls engineering? Apply today and help us build smarter, safer, and more efficient automated solutions.