https://jobs.co.uk/job/automation-controls-engineer-j3a-recruitment--7f99ad69-ea73-40bf-b6de-2debbc3b3201 RSS feed for Automation Controls Engineer at J3a Recruitment. en-gb Sat, 15 Aug 2026 22:24:52 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/automation-controls-engineer-j3a-recruitment--7f99ad69-ea73-40bf-b6de-2debbc3b3201 https://jobs.co.uk/job/automation-controls-engineer-j3a-recruitment--7f99ad69-ea73-40bf-b6de-2debbc3b3201 Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: South Yorkshire | Salary: £50000 - £60000/annum + 20% shift allowance | Type: Permanent | We are recruiting for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing site in Barnsley. This is a hands-on role focused on PLC systems, electrical controls, automation and fault finding, supporting site reliability while driving improvements across automated production equipment. The Role Fault find, diagnose and resolve PLC and automation issues Support and optimise electrical control systems Work with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs, including Logix platforms Maintain and troubleshoot servo drives, VFDs and inverters Drive automation and electrical continuous improvement projects Maintain electrical drawings, documentation and software backups Support engineers with complex electrical and controls faults Ensure electrical systems meet required safety and compliance standards What We''re Looking For HNC or equivalent in Electrical, Controls or Automation Engineering Electrical/Automation Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience Strong PLC programming and fault-finding skills Experience with Allen-Bradley / Rockwell PLCs Knowledge of servo drives, VFDs, inverters and industrial networks Manufacturing experie... Permanent