Plc Automation Engineer
Pubblicato il 03-09-2026 - European Tech Recruit in Roma
We are currently looking for an experienced PLC / Automation Engineer for an initial 3–6 month contract supporting a major industrial automation project in Italy. The RoleYou will be responsible for supporting and troubleshooting automated production equipment, identifying faults and getting machinery back into operation efficiently. This is not primarily a new PLC development/programming position.
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We need someone comfortable going online with existing PLC systems, reading and understanding the logic, and using it to diagnose equipment issues.
Key ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot Omron PLC-controlled production equipmentGo online with PLCs and analyse existing logic to identify faultsDiagnose automation, electrical, sensor and equipment issuesCarry out root-cause analysis and support corrective actionsWork with electrical drawings, sensors,
actuators and associated automation hardwareSupport production and maintenance teams with equipment breakdownsWork independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentRequirementsMinimum 2+ years' PLC / industrial automation experienceStrong hands-on Omron PLC experience desirable Experience with CX-One and/or Sysmac Studio highly desirableProven experience troubleshooting automated production machineryComfortable reading and understanding existing PLC programsGood xrdztoy electrical and automation hardware knowledgeExperience working in a live manufacturing/production environmentStrong fault-finding and problem-solving skillsAble to work fully onsite in ItalyContract DetailsLocation: ModenaContract: Initial 3–6 monthsHours: Rotating three-shift pattern06:00–15:0014:00–22:0021:00–06:00Accommodation: Provided / coveredTravel: Flights and project-related travel coveredRate: Competitive hourly contract rate