PLC Automation Engineer
Pubblicato il 13-09-2026 - European Tech Recruit in Modena
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 Role
You 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. We need someone comfortable going online with existing PLC systems, reading and understanding the logic, and using it to diagnose equipment issues.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot Omron PLC-controlled production equipment
Go online with PLCs and analyse existing logic to identify faults
Diagnose automation, electrical, sensor and equipment issues
Carry out root-cause analysis and support corrective actions
Work with electrical drawings, sensors, actuators and associated automation hardware
Support production and maintenance teams with equipment breakdowns
Work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Requirements
Minimum 2+ years' PLC / industrial automation experience
Strong hands-on Omron PLC experience desirable
Experience with CX-One and/or Sysmac Studio highly desirable
Proven experience troubleshooting automated production machinery
Comfortable reading and understanding existing PLC programs
Good electrical and automation hardware knowledge
Experience working in a live manufacturing/production environment
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Able to work fully onsite in Italy
Contract Details
Location: Modena
Contract: Initial 3–6 months
Hours: Rotating three-shift pattern
06:00–15:00
14:00–22:00
21:00–06:00
Accommodation: Provided / covered
Travel: Flights and project-related travel covered
Rate: Competitive hourly contract rate