Job Description

Job reference number 332480
Controls and Automation Engineer - National
Salary starting at 47,322 , annual bonus potential, Company pension scheme with highly competitive contribution rates, Generous annual leave offering of 25 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 6 years service.
Full time
Permanent
National
The role of a Controls and Automation Engineer is to lead the design and development of new plant and equipment. This role incorporates not only the design, including equipment selection, but also the integration into the wider Royal mail enterprise and the continual improvement of existing systems.
The role

• Lead the design and development of plant and equipment controls, from system architecture to enterprise integration.
• Design control panels for motor control, LV distribution, safety systems, and site installations.
• Develop and implement electrical design standards across Royal Mail.
• Manage full project lifecycles - from concept and cost analysis to commissioning and handover.
• Define and execute Make vs Buy strategies for automation systems.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver integrated, cost-effective solutions.
• Act as a business expert, supporting lifecycle management and risk mitigation.

Skills and expereince required

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with PLC systems (Siemens S7, SIMANTIC, SIMOVE, Codesys).
• Strong background in LV distribution, small power systems, and lighting installations.
• Proven leadership in managing multi-skilled teams and contractors.
• Expertise in safety systems, risk assessments, and ergonomic design.
• Degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Knowledge of Lean tools, Health & Safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Experience in unionised environments and project management

About Us
At Royal Mail we connect companies, customers and communities across the country, delivering a 'one-price-goes-anywhere', universal postal service to more than 30 million addresses. As one of the UK's leading companies, we are focused on being recognised as the best delivery company in the UK and across Europe.
Royal Mail are proud of our diverse employee network groups and the active role they play to support belonging and encourage a positive work environment. We are firmly committed to inclusion and passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.
We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Please share the details within your application if required.
We are Forces family friendly and a Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.
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Closing Date: Please note, this advert may close early if the appropriate number of applications has been reached.
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