Systems Integration Manager
East Midlands – commutable from Leicester, Nottingham, and Derby.
cGBP60k + generous benefits (neg dep exp).
Our client has been established for more than 20 years and is recognised as a market leader in the provision of bespoke innovative materials handling and automation solutions to a diverse range of clients and industry sectors throughout the UK. As part of continued success and a planned program of strategic growth for 2026, they are now seeking a local and experienced Systems Integration Manager to complement their professional and highly respected team based near Nottingham.
With the primary objective of ensuring the design of automated solutions are achievable and meet customer requirements, the Systems Integration Manager will begin during the sales phase on each new project valued between GBP500k and GBP15m, help shape solutions, carry forward the design intent into the realization phase, and validate the requirement brief before overseeing official acceptance of a system by the customer.
Core responsibilities
* Providing technical insight and feedback on solutions during the sales phase, supporting solution development while balancing risk mitigation and competitive tenders.
* Creating and negotiating contractual acceptance criteria and reviewing other contractual documentation to ensure user requirements are clearly understood.
* Managing simulation workstreams on specific projects, ensuring inputs and objectives are well defined along with specifications for third‑party quotation; taking results back to the project team to set about required design modifications or agree new system KPIs.
* Participating in and leading system design reviews at various levels, from mechanical layouts to WCS/WMS functionality, ensuring all solution components align with contractual requirements.
* Supporting Project Management throughout the project life cycle on technical matters and schedule coordination.
* Leading the development of comprehensive testing strategies, including creation of test plans and scripts, with the aim of mitigating risk and achieving successful FAT & SAT with the customer.
* Leading on‑site testing and commissioning, managing test execution, client communications, and driving defect resolution to closeout.
Qualifications
* At least 5 years of experience in the materials handling and automation solutions sector, including on‑site commissioning and testing experience.
* Proven knowledge of engineering management, automation solution design, and warehouse operational management.
* A flexible and willing approach to attend sites for extended periods as required.
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