Engineer Project Director -Warehouse

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced
Engineer Project Director – Warehouse
to lead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale warehouse and logistics automation projects across the UK and Europe. You will own the full project lifecycle — from initiation and planning through on-site execution, commissioning and go-live — working closely with planning, operations, system R&D and equipment vendors to deliver high-quality outcomes on schedule.

What You'll Do

• End-to-end project management:
  Lead project initiation, build and refine project plans, break down scope into actionable workstreams, adjust plans based on real-time conditions, and coordinate all stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery.
• On-site implementation leadership:
  Orchestrate resources across civil works and renovation, electrical and low-voltage systems, logistics automation equipment installation and commissioning, and construction permitting — keeping every workstream on track and on schedule.
• Delivery and launch:
  Work hand in hand with planning, operations, system development and vendors to organize training, site layout, warehouse migration and go-live operations, ensuring a smooth and stable launch.
• Technical standards and knowledge building:
  Based on European project and operational practice, develop and continuously refine European project delivery standards around compliance, efficiency and cost-effectiveness, raising both delivery speed and quality.

What We're Looking For

• Education:
  Bachelor's degree or above in Industrial Engineering, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Automation or a related field.
• Language:
  Fluent spoken and written English, able to use English as the working language for meetings, reporting and solution discussions.
• Experience:
  5+ years in project implementation, with solid familiarity with overseas working environments and logistics policies. Proven experience managing automated projects such as large-scale warehousing or sorting centers. Overseas project implementation experience is a strong plus.
• Analytical skills:
  Rigorous logical thinking and strong data sensitivity; excellent summarization and induction abilities. Proficient in at least one data analysis tool — Excel, SQL, Python or similar.
• Soft skills:
  Strong project coordination and cross-functional collaboration skills; comfortable with periodic travel within the European region. Structured thinker who excels at distilling methodologies and reusable practices from projects.