Automation & Control Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company in Sheffield is seeking an Automation & Control Engineer to oversee industrial control systems. This hands-on role involves PLC programming, SCADA development, and managing vendor relationships to enhance production efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Engineering and have substantial experience in automated systems.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance bonus

Generous pension scheme & life cover

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Paid sick leave and wellness support

Career development and training opportunities

A supportive, inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience preferred.
• Strong background in PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and SCADA systems (Ignition, InTouch).
• Knowledge of ATEX/DSEAR, Lean, Six Sigma, or Process Safety is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead programming, troubleshooting, and optimization of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA.
• Manage vendor relationships and service contracts for ICS support.
• Drive obsolescence planning and system upgrades.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA development

Industrial networking

Reading electrical schematics

Commissioning automated systems

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Automation & Control Engineer
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK
Full-Time | Permanent
£50,000
Monday-Friday office hours, 36.5 hours per week

Are you passionate about industrial automation and ready to take the lead on cutting-edge control systems? Join a global manufacturing leader in Sheffield, where your expertise will drive innovation, reliability, and performance across our production operations.

About the Role

As the Automation & Control Engineer, you'll be the go-to expert for all things related to industrial control systems (ICS). From PLC programming to SCADA development, you'll ensure our automated systems run smoothly, efficiently, and safely.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your technical insight will directly influence production uptime and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead programming, troubleshooting, and optimization of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and electrical control systems.
2. Act as the site authority on ICS, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy.
3. Manage vendor relationships and service contracts for ICS support.
4. Maintain and develop control system documentation and backups.
5. Drive obsolescence planning and system upgrades in collaboration with reliability engineering.
6. Specify and procure control system components and oversee installations.
7. Support continuous improvement initiatives and capital projects.
8. Maintain and update electrical schematics and system configurations.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience (5+ years preferred).
• Strong background in PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and SCADA systems (Ignition, InTouch).
• Proficient in industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Profibus).
• Skilled in reading electrical schematics and P&IDs.
• Experience in commissioning and supporting automated systems.
• Knowledge of ATEX/DSEAR, Lean, Six Sigma, or Process Safety is a plus.

What's in It for You

• Competitive salary + performance bonus
• Generous pension scheme & life cover
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Paid sick leave and wellness support
• Career development and training opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive work environment

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