Industrial Automation Engineer / Technician Location: Sheffield Salary: Up to £60,000 package Contract Type: Permanent Type: Full-Time Hours: 07:30 - 16:30 Department: Operations Strong Group are acting on behalf of a client who are a specialist hire company with a unique consultative approach. We urgently require an Industrial Automation Engineer / Technician to join our clients growing team based in Sheffield. The successful candidate will assist in designing, developing, and maintaining market-leading solutions. You will be responsible for installing, commissioning, and maintaining process control instruments along with their respective controllers within modular control systems. Key Responsibilities: Experience with modular control systems and troubleshooting issues related to control systems and online telemetry. Collaborate with engineering teams for on-site commissioning and optimization of controls. Basic PLC programming is essential; experience with PID and other control strategies is advantageous. You will spend 3-4 days working at the Sheffield center of excellence, with the remaining time on customer sites across the UK, necessitating a willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays. A company van will be provided, so a current driving license is required. Requirements: Must have: Skill related CSCS Card Must have: NVQ Level 3 (in electrical/mechanical/engineering or similar) Must have: Clear DBS check is required, and you may need to undergo security clearance. Must have: all applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Candidates with experience in water treatment-either from a water company or brewing operations-will have an advantage. A clean, full driving license is essential, as this role will involve some UK travel. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Good IT skills. Customer relationship skills. Benefits: Generous Bonus Schemes Healthcare Plan (Optional after completion of probation period) Holiday: 21.5 days for 2024, increasing with service, plus Bank Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Financial Advisory Service Pension Scheme (Auto Enrollment) Free Friday Lunches