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

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