Test and Commissioning Engineer (ECS Card is essential)
Automation/Manufacturing & Engineering background only, no IT
£350 per day or £400 per day( If accommodation required) (Outside IR35)
Initial 3- 6-month contract (Monday to Friday 0700 – 1700)
Test Managers will be required post-commissioning to perform final system testing.
Test Manager Responsibilities
The Test Manager ensures the technical delivery of automated systems meets Dematic’s “as sold” requirements. This includes planning and conducting on-site testing, validating system performance, and securing customer approval. Collaboration with System Integration Managers, commissioning engineers, and client representatives is key to resolving issues and meeting testing objectives.
Key Duties:
Testing & Validation
Develop and execute test plans (e.g. Site Acceptance Tests, Performance Tests)
Ensure systems meet specifications and align with customer needs
Validate safety systems, material flow, and communication between PLC and WMS/WCS
Issue Management
Track and resolve issues using tools like Jira
Coordinate re-testing and confirm defect fixes
Volume Testing
Perform stress testing to identify system bottlenecks
Coordination & Reporting
Provide updates to the Lead SIM and Project Manager
Supply data for reports and dashboards
Client Engagement
Act as the main contact for customer testing requirements
Build strong relationships through clear communication
Software Oversight
Oversee WCS and PLC testing during automation processes.
Skills & Experience:
Technical Knowledge
Strong expertise in automation systems (e.g., conveyors, cranes, TMS, shuttles)
Familiar with PLC, SCADA, and system messaging validation
Electrical and mechanical system knowledge (qualifications would be advantagous)
Proven commissioning and testing experience in automation or material handling
Proficient in volume/stress testing and identifying system issues
WCS/WMS experience, including data analysis (e.g., SAP WMS)
Previous roles as a Test Manager or Commissioning Engineer in automation/material handling
Proficient in Excel for data verification and reporting
Safety-focused, with CSCS/ECS cards for on-site work
Qualifications:
ECS card required for site work. (ECS in relation to the function of a System Integration Manager or Test Manager is essential)
Adherence to safety protocols (hard hats, boots, etc.)
ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation