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How to hire a PLC programmer
A complete guide to finding and hiring PLC programmers for your automation projects.
- Free to post
- No commitment until you click Hire
Step by step
Define your requirements
Identify the PLC brands you need (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron), the project scope, timeline, and whether on-site or remote is acceptable. List required certifications and years of experience.
Tip: Be specific about the platform — ControlLogix experience differs a lot from CompactLogix or MicroLogix.
Post your contract on Automate America
Post it free with the wizard: project description, required skills, location, duration, and the rate you will pay. Say whether it’s a new installation, a retrofit, or troubleshooting.
Tip: Professionals apply at the rate you post — there is no negotiating — so post the rate you will actually pay.
Review applicant profiles
Evaluate each applicant on their profile: skills, certifications, completed contracts, customer reviews, and availability. Look for relevant industry experience (automotive, food & beverage, pharmaceutical).
Tip: Rockwell and Siemens certifications are a strong signal of real training.
Talk to the people you shortlist
Message the professionals you shortlist on Automate America. Ask about specific projects, their troubleshooting approach, and experience with your platform; walk a ladder-logic scenario together.
Tip: Ask about safety-PLC experience if your project involves GuardLogix or safety-rated controllers.
Click Hire
When you have chosen, click Hire. Nothing is committed until you do — and until the professional clicks Accept Offer. Spell out travel, per diem, and equipment before the start.
Tip: Covering travel expenses for on-site work makes an offer easier to accept.
Onboard and start
Once accepted, the work runs through the platform: weekly timesheets, expenses, and messages in one place, plus site access and documentation from you.
Tip: Share existing PLC programs and docs before the start date to speed up ramp-up.
Popular PLC platforms
Professionals on Automate America list skills across every major PLC brand, including:
- Allen-Bradley / Rockwell
- Siemens
- Mitsubishi
- Omron
- Schneider Electric
- Beckhoff
- ABB
- GE / Emerson
- Honeywell
Ready to hire?
Post your PLC programming contract free, or search the professionals already on the platform.