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    Automation Engineer

    Technology
    Questech Recruitment Ltd
    Yorkshire, Barnsley
    Permanent
    Competitive
    Hybrid

    Job Description

    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.

    Posted on August 12, 2026

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