Test & Commissioning Manager with a Automation/Manufacturing & Engineering background only, no IT

Test & Commissioning Manager – Leicestershire 

(Automation system background is essential)

£380 - £400 per day per hour (Outside IR35)

Initial 6-month contract (Monday to Friday 0700 – 1700)

CSCS / ECS Card Required 

You will be responsible for the following:

• Develop and execute testing strategies and documentation, including Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Tests on Completion, and Performance Tests.

• Plan and conduct on-site testing, both internally and in customer-witnessed scenarios.

• Ensure delivered systems meet ‘as sold’ specifications and align with customer needs. Escalate any identified gaps to the Lead System Integration Manager (SIM).

• Validate safety systems, material flow, and messaging between PLC and WMS/WCS systems.

• Own and manage the testing issue ‘punch list’ using tools like Jira, including prioritising, resolving, and escalating issues.

• Work closely with stakeholders to re-test and confirm defect resolution.

• Conduct volume and stress testing to identify inconsistencies or stoppages in system flow.

• Provide regular updates to the Lead SIM and Project Manager on testing progress and key issues.

• Support rescheduling of test activities and supply data for progress reporting and dashboards.

• Act as a point of contact for customer testing requirements and material or labour coordination.

• Foster positive customer relationships through proactive communication and professional execution.

The candidate must possess the following skills to be considered for this role:

• Previous experience as a Test Manager or Commissioning Engineer in automation or material handling systems.

• Strong background in automation systems with knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and control systems.

• Hands-on experience in commissioning and testing conveyor systems, cranes, or shuttle-based systems (TMS or similar).

• Familiarity with PLC systems, including messaging validation between PLC, WMS/WCS, and SCADA visualisation tools.

• Proven track record of identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving system defects during commissioning or testing phases.

• Experience with volume and stress testing, analysing bottlenecks, and ensuring consistent material flow.

• Proficiency in data analysis using Excel for verification and reporting.

• Understanding of safety systems and controls.

• CSCS/ECS cards required for on-site work

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