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Permanent

Automation Engineer

Questech Recruitment Ltd
Barnsley
money-bag £55000 - £60000/annum
Posted: 07 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 06 September 2026
Ref: 225468212

We are currently recruiting for an Automation / Controls Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to play a key role in maintaining, improving and developing automated production systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain, fault-find and improve automated manufacturing equipment.
  • Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls and PLC faults.
  • Support automation projects, upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Work with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives and industrial control systems.
  • Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and production teams.
  • Ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently and reliably.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Strong electrical and controls/automation knowledge.
  • Experience with PLC fault-finding and programming.
  • Ability to read and understand electrical drawings.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
  • Relevant electrical/engineering qualifications are desirable.

This role is working Monday - Friday - Days only (8am - 4pm.) Contact Shaun Treacy at Questech for more information.-

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