PLC & Automation Programmer (B&R, Rockwell, Siemens)

About the role

Aetherion Technology is hiring a PLC & Automation Programmer to work closely with one of its key industrial clients, supporting engineering activities in a hands-on, operational environment. This is not a desk-based position: you will work directly with client teams, support on-site activities, solve technical problems in real operating environments and represent Aetherion professionally throughout the assignment. International travel of more than 200 days per year is possible depending on project needs.

Key responsibilities

• Develop PLC, motion control and HMI software for machines and industrial systems, from design through testing and commissioning.
• Design intuitive operator interfaces on machine-mounted panels and via remote access.
• Write structured, modular and documented code in line with company standards.
• Integrate drives, sensors, communication networks and safety devices.
• Manage projects across different automation platforms and oversee FAT/SAT testing and acceptance.
• Provide on-site technical support at customer facilities and collaborate with mechanical, electrical and service teams.

Required profile

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience on real-world projects with B&R automation systems.
• Fluent English.
• Category B driving licence.
• Willingness to travel frequently, including extended assignments within Italy and internationally.

Required skills

• B&R Automation Studio (mandatory): Automation Runtime, mapp components, ACOPOS motion control, web-based HMI with mappView, POWERLINK, X20 modules, OPC UA, IEC 61131-3 (Structured Text); C/C++ in the B&R environment is an advantage.
• Rockwell Automation: Studio 5000 Logix Designer (ControlLogix and CompactLogix), tags, UDTs, AOIs, task structures, Ladder Logic and Structured Text, EtherNet/IP; FactoryTalk View and Kinetix/PowerFlex are an advantage.
• Desirable: TIA Portal (S7-1200/1500, SCL, WinCC), PROFINET and mixed-automation experience.

What we offer

• Salary starting at EUR 1,100-1,500 net per month depending on experience.
• Deployment costs covered by Aetherion: accommodation, local transport, air travel, visas and daily allowance.
• Continuous training, career progression, international projects and collaborative, multidisciplinary work.

To apply, candidates submit their application through the Aetherion Technology careers page.