Automation Control Engineer

Automation & Control Engineer Sheffield, South Yorkshire Permanent | Full-Time Competitive Salary Bonus Excellent Benefits Elevation Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a leading manufacturing business to recruit an Automation & Control Engineer for their flagship site in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of industrial control systems (ICS) across a complex and high-performing site. You’ll play a critical role in maintaining, optimising and upgrading control systems to drive reliability, reduce downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead all ICS-related activity onsite – including PLC, SCADA, HMIs and electrical control systems Troubleshoot, program and optimise systems (Siemens and Allen-Bradley platforms) Manage ICS vendor contracts, service agreements and performance Maintain accurate documentation, backups, PPM systems and electrical schematics Proactively identify obsolescence risks and drive upgrades or replacements Support CI and engineering projects to improve plant performance About You Degree-qualified engineer or equivalent with 5 years’ relevant experience in automation or maintenance Strong PLC programming knowledge – Siemens and Allen-Bradley Familiarity with SCADA systems (Ignition, InTouch) Confident in electrical fault finding, schematics, and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Profibus) Exposure to COMAH, ATEX/DSEAR or PSM environments is advantageous Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma or other CI methodologies is a plus What’s in it for you? Competitive salary company bonus scheme 25 days annual leave bank holidays Company pension and life assurance Sickness pay scheme Excellent training, development and progression opportunities within a global group Apply now or contact Lauren at laurenm@elevationrecruitment.com for more details.

Location: Sheffield, GB

Posted Date: 7/19/2025