Regional Controls and Automation Engineer

The Regional Controls Engineer is responsible for leading the design, implementation, optimisation and lifecycle management of industrial automation and control systems across the EMEAI manufacturing network. The role partners with manufacturing sites and engineering stakeholders to deliver safe, reliable and innovative automation solutions that improve operational performance, quality, sustainability and business results.

This role offers the opportunity to influence automation strategy across a global manufacturing organisation, work with diverse technologies and contribute directly to safety, quality, sustainability and business performance. The role provides exposure to major capital projects, digital transformation initiatives and long-term career development opportunities within a high-performing engineering organisation.

Location: France, Spain (Barcelona region), Poland, Romania

Automation Project Delivery

• Lead automation and controls projects from concept through commissioning and operational handover.
• Develop functional specifications and automation architectures.
• Manage budgets, schedules, technical deliverables and supplier performance.

Manufacturing Reliability

• Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis support.
• Improve equipment reliability and process performance.
• Support critical production incidents and recovery activities 24/7 as required.

Automation Lifecycle Management

• Develop technology roadmaps and obsolescence strategies.
• Standardise automation platforms and engineering practices.
• Support long-term asset lifecycle planning.

Industrial Cybersecurity

• Support OT cybersecurity initiatives and compliance requirements.
• Apply secure-by-design principles within control system environments.
• Partner with IT and cybersecurity teams to mitigate operational risk.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity and sustainability.
• Support digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Technical Leadership

• Mentor engineers, technicians and contractors.
• Develop standards, documentation and training resources.
• Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 7 years experience in automation, controls engineering or manufacturing engineering.
• Demonstrated experience delivering industrial automation projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Chemical or batch manufacturing experience.
• ISA-88 knowledge.
• OT Cybersecurity experience.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Industrial networking and digital manufacturing experience.

Technical Expertise

• Rockwell Automation platforms.
• Siemens TIA Portal and related technologies.
• PLC, HMI and SCADA development.
• Industrial networking and systems integration.
• AutoCAD and technical documentation.
• Root cause analysis and reliability engineering.

Leadership Behaviours & Values

• Integrity: Builds trust through accountability, ethics and transparency.
• People: Prioritises safety, inclusion, development and collaboration.
• Service: Delivers exceptional support to manufacturing sites and stakeholders.
• Quality: Ensures engineering excellence and robust solutions.
• Growth: Seeks continuous learning and capability development.
• Innovation: Challenges assumptions and embraces emerging technologies.
• Performance: Focuses on measurable business outcomes and operational excellence.

What We Can Offer You...

• The established salary range for this position is dependent on country
• Company bonus plan
• Private medical insurance
• Company car allowance
• Life Pension Scheme: Company-contributed for your future security.
• Flexible Working Schedule: Includes weekends and bank holidays.
• Sick Pay and Annual Leave: Continued salary payment during sickness and 25 days of annual leave.
• Work-Life Balance: We value your personal time and well-being.
• Career Opportunities: Grow within a truly international business.
• Ongoing Training and Support: Continuous learning and development opportunities.

Location: France, Spain (Barcelona region), Poland, Romania

Pay transparency

The salary range shown refers to base salary only. In addition to this, we offer a broader total reward package which may include bonus or incentive pay, relevant allowances, and a range of competitive benefits. We encourage candidates to consider the full package when evaluating an offer.

Salary is determined using a structured and objective framework, taking into account the role’s responsibilities, required skills and experience, market benchmarks, and internal equity. This ensures pay decisions are fair, consistent, and aligned with our commitment to equal pay and legal compliance.

The salary range shown refers to base salary only. In addition to this, we offer a broader total reward package which may include bonus or incentive pay, relevant allowances, and a range of competitive benefits. We encourage candidates to consider the full package when evaluating an offer. 

Salary is determined using a structured and objective framework, taking into account the role’s responsibilities, required skills and experience, market benchmarks, and internal equity. This ensures pay decisions are fair, consistent, and aligned with our commitment to equal pay and legal compliance. 

In accordance with EU pay transparency requirements, we provide a salary range based on our preferred country of hire. Compensation varies depending on location. The salary range applicable to the location of candidate will be shared early in the recruitment process.

Travel Requirements: Up to 30% of the time if based near a site

If remote, then 50% travel required

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