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.
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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 xrdztoy 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