Automation Technician | Flexible Hours, Impactful Projects

Cognita; Lazio; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welfare

Flexible working hours

Great work-life balance

Job summary

Cognita's Automation Technician position in Asti focuses on installing, maintaining, and optimizing automated systems and equipment across industrial processes. You will diagnose PLC/HMI issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support system upgrades with a cross-functional team.

The role requires a degree in automation or related field, hands-on experience in manufacturing, and fluent English. We offer welfare benefits, flexible hours, and a strong work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Proven experience in industrial automation or similar role.
• Good knowledge of PLC programming.
• Experience in manufacturing environment.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain automated machinery and control systems
• Diagnose and resolve issues with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and robotics
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and software-related faults
• Assist in system upgrades, modifications, and commissioning of new equipment
• Interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Collaborate with engineering to optimize system performance
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial automation

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation/Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

SCADA

HMI

Job description

Cognita's Automation Technician position in Asti focuses on installing, maintaining, and optimizing automated systems and equipment across industrial processes. You will diagnose PLC/HMI issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support system upgrades with a cross-functional team.

The role requires a degree in automation or related field, hands-on experience in manufacturing, and fluent English. We offer welfare benefits, flexible hours, and a strong work-life balance.