PLC Siemens Automation Programmer & Commissioning Engineer
Junior / Mid / Senior Level
Role Overview
As a PLC Automation Programmer & Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for software development, electro-mechanical testing, on-site commissioning, and technical support of automated material handling, logistics, and storage systems at customer sites.
The role combines hands-on commissioning activities with close collaboration with project, software, and on-site teams to ensure delivery in line with quality, performance, schedule, and budget requirements.
Key Responsibilities
· Develop and maintain PLC and control software with Tia Portal & Step 7 Siemens
· Prepare commissioning activities, including documentation, tools, specifications, and software packages
· Perform independent on-site commissioning of assigned machinery and systems
· Execute interface and integration tests with higher-level systems (e.g. MFS)
· Ensure compliance with safety standards, internal procedures, site regulations, process instructions and internal policies (travel policy, site report/journal, order and cleanliness, etc..)
· Collaborate with the On-Site Manager and multidisciplinary project teams
· Train customer personnel and support system handover after successful testing of performances and availability
· Identify faults, root causes, and improvement opportunities (CIP), including third-party systems
· Provide structured feedback to the Software Engineering department
· Manage software versioning, documentation updates, and final archiving
· Support technical hotlines and perform troubleshooting or service interventions as required
Profile & Requirements
· Technical education in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or equivalent (apprenticeship with additional qualification acceptable)
· Proven experience in PLC programming, preferably Siemens Tia Portal & Step 7 (FUP, AWL, STL)
· Practical knowledge of drive technologies (asynchronous motors, servo drives, frequency converters)
· Experience with industrial communication systems (Profinet, Ethernet, Profibus, CAN, AS-i)
· Experience in intralogistics, material handling, or industrial commissioning is an advantage
· High willingness to travel nationally and internationally (approx. 60–80%)
· Strong problem-solving skills, resilience under pressure, flexibility, and reliability
· Good command of Italian and English; additional languages are a plus
What We Offer
· Competitive salary aligned with experience and seniority level
· Daily travel and expense allowances
· Flexible working time model
· Structured onboarding and internal training programs in Italy, Austria & UK
· A dynamic and international working environment within TGW Group, a global leader in intralogistics automation in a phase of strong expansion, with nearly 5,000 employees and 20 manufacturing and trading branches worldwide.
· Long-term career development opportunities in Italy and abroad
Company Information
TGW Italia S.r.l. is part of TGW Logistics Group, an international market leader in automated logistics solutions. The Italian headquarters are located in Spilamberto (Modena).
TGW Website: https://www.tgw-group.com/us/
TGW YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TGWLogistics/videos
Contact:
Riccardo Soffritti – Head of Controls
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