Actemium Automation Peterborough - Hardware Manager

Hardware Manager

📍 Peterborough (site & workshop based) | 🕒 Full-time 💼 Competitive Salary + Pension + Health Shield + Bonus + EV Car Scheme + Share Scheme

Actemium Automation Peterborough (part of VINCI Energies) is seeking an experienced Hardware Manager to lead our hardware engineering and panel build function. You’ll be responsible for the delivery, quality and continuous improvement of control panels and electrical assemblies across industrial automation, process control and utilities projects.

This role combines hands-on technical expertise with team leadership, supplier management and strong quality governance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end delivery of control panels, switchgear and electrical assemblies

Manage workshop production planning, resources and schedules (in-house and third-party)

Ensure build quality meets drawings, specifications and client requirements

Lead, coach and develop panel builders, technicians and test engineers

Define and oversee FATs, testing procedures and quality inspections

Ensure compliance with BS/EN/IEC standards, CE marking and electrical safety requirements

Review and approve hardware designs, wiring diagrams and component selection

Manage suppliers and subcontractors to meet cost, quality and lead-time targets

Drive continuous improvement, lean practices and strong H&S culture

Key Requirements

Essential

Proven experience managing panel build or hardware production teams

Strong knowledge of control panels, electrical wiring and testing regimes

Experience with FATs, commissioning support and technical documentation

Solid understanding of relevant standards and electrical regulations

Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills

Full UK driving licence

Desirable

Background within VINCI Energies or similar engineering organisations

Electrical qualifications (Apprenticeship, HNC/HND)

Knowledge of PLC platforms, industrial networks or procurement processes

Why Join Actemium?

Competitive salary and benefits

Structured development and training

Technically diverse automation projects

Local team culture with global VINCI Energies backing

Clear career progression opportunities

Interested? If you enjoy leading high-quality hardware delivery in a growing automation environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates; however please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and throughout their employment