Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Location: Coventry (CV2 2TA)

At DHL Supply Chain, we don't just move goods-we push the boundaries of innovation in automation, technology, and engineering. As anElectrical Controls Engineer,you'll be at the forefront of building the next generation of intelligent logistics systems. If you love solving problems, bringing ideas to life, and seeing your work drive real-world results across global operations, this is a role where you can truly make an impact.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Support our Engineering team by delivering electrical design, build, installation, and quality control for cutting-edge automated logistics solutions.
• Design, build, and support the installation of industrial electrical control systems for automated machinery.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults, ensuring system reliability and engineering excellence.
• Support controls integration and commissioning activities, including initial PLC/software integration.
• Generate and configure PLC device networks in line with electrical design specifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring high standards of safety, efficiency, and performance.

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering or Controls Engineering.
• Strong electrical design experience - this is essential.
• Practical on-site experience, ideally within a logistics or automation environment.
• Control panel building experience - highly beneficial.
• Solid understanding of machinery safety standards and functional safety principles.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a passion for hands-on engineering.

WHY JOIN US?

• 33 days annual leave
• We're happy to talk about flexible working - just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 30th March. Applications received after this date may not beconsidered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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