Automation Engineer
Questech Recruitment Ltd
Barnsley · posted 7 August 2026
Salary
£55,000 – £60,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Category
Engineering
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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