Automation Engineer

Samuel Frank; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer with PLC fault-finding experience to join a rapidly growing business in West Yorkshire. The position offers a salary of £42-50k plus uplifts and overtime, with OTE reaching £55-70k. Responsibilities include PLC troubleshooting, equipment inspections, and occasional on-site support. Candidates must have at least 3 years' experience and a relevant HNC/D qualification.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Training and professional development

Company vehicle for site work

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in an Automation Engineer or similar role.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• PLC fault-finding and interrogation on automation equipment.
• Office-based work with occasional onsite support.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and reporting of electrical systems.

Skills

PLC fault-finding

Electrical equipment inspection

Interrogation of PLC code

Technical support

Education

HNC/D in Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Job description

Automation Engineer – Industrial Controls / PLC

Samuel Frank is recruiting for an Automation Engineer who has PLC fault‑finding experience, to join a rapidly growing West Yorkshire based business.

Salary: £42‑50k basic + uplift + overtime. OTE £55‑70k with 25 days holiday, training, and a company vehicle for site work.

Responsibilities

• PLC fault‑finding and interrogation (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, or Siemens PLCs). No need to program PLCs from scratch, but strong PLC code interrogation is required.
• Office‑based work with occasional onsite support for machine breakdowns on automated production line equipment.
• Interrogate and fault‑find a wide range of electrical equipment.
• Work onsite 2–3 days per week, with day trips to customers in Yorkshire or Lancashire.
• Out‑of‑hours remote support on a 1‑in‑4‑week roster, with uplift and overtime payable.
• Maintenance and breakdown work on a variety of equipment, from cutting‑edge to legacy.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and reporting of electrical systems.
• Benefit from professional development and training support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in an Automation Engineer or similar role.
• HNC/D in Electronic and Electrical Engineering (or a related subject).
• Full UK driving licence – essential.
• Eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday.
• Training and professional development.
• Company vehicle for site work.
• OTE £55‑70k.
• Flexible rota and supportive team environment.

Location

Commutable from Leeds, Harrogate, Wetherby, York, Selby, Tadcaster, Otley, Garforth, Castleford, and Knottingley.

Please apply today for an immediate response.