Technical Lead - Automation Commissioning Support

Technical Automation Lead - Industrial AutomationOverviewWe are seeking an experienced Technical Automation Lead to support the delivery of a major industrial automation programme within a process manufacturing environment.This is a pivotal position, bridging the gap between commissioning execution and site leadership. You will provide technical direction to commissioning engineers while supporting the Site Manager in coordinating automation activities on site.The successful candidate will be a hands-on automation professional with strong commissioning experience, ready to take ownership of key workstreams, lead small teams, and act as the technical authority for control system delivery and plant startup.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical LeadershipAct as the lead automation engineer across assigned project areasProvide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to commissioning and automation engineersReview and validate:Control system softwareHardware configurationsCommissioning strategiesLead resolution of technical issues during installation, commissioning, and startupAct as the primary automation interface between engineering teams, vendors, operations, and site leadershipCommissioning & StartupLead and oversee execution of:Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)Loop checks and I/O validationFunctional testingIntegrated system testingPlant startup and performance verificationSupport commissioning of:PLC systemsSCADA platformsDistributed Control Systems (DCS)Industrial network infrastructureRequirements (Assumed - please adjust if needed)Proven experience in industrial automation within a process manufacturing environmentStrong background in commissioning and startup activitiesHands-on experience with PLC, SCADA, and/or DCS systemsExperience leading small teams or workstreams on-siteAbility to operate as a technical authority in a fast-paced project environmentStrong stakeholder coordination and communication skillsWhy Apply?Lead a high-impact automation programmeTake ownership of critical commissioning workstreamsInfluence technical strategy and delivery on-siteWork in a highly collaborative, delivery-focused environmentIf this sounds like your next move, feel free to apply.Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.To find out more about Progressive please visitTPBN1_UKTJ