Automation Controls Engineer

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 experience, ideally within a fast-paced automated environment This is a great opportunity for an experienced Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, PLC Engineer or Electrical Controls Engineer looking to take ownership of automation and controls within a large manufacturing operation