About this role
Job Description
Job DescriptionControls Engineer / Automation Specialist - PLC Programming & Systems Integration
Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Experience: 5+ Years
Industry: Industrial Automation / Systems Integration
Travel: Required
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer / Automation Specialist with a strong background in PLC Programming, Industrial Automation, and Control Systems Integration to support the design, programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automated industrial equipment.
The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in automation and systems integration, with hands-on expertise in Siemens PLCs, Allen-Bradley PLCs, Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and Machine Vision Systems.
Experience with Industrial Robotics, Robot Programming, and robotic integration is considered a strong asset.
This position is based in Hamilton, Ontario, and requires travel to customer facilities for automation projects, equipment installation, commissioning, and technical support.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, program, troubleshoot, and maintain Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), including Siemens and Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) platforms.
- Design, configure, and integrate HMI Systems for industrial equipment, machine control, and operator interfaces.
- Program, configure, and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and industrial motor control systems.
- Integrate and support Machine Vision Systems for automated inspection, quality control, and production applications.
- Perform PLC Troubleshooting, Control System Diagnostics, and debugging of automated manufacturing equipment.
- Support Industrial Automation Projects, including equipment startup, testing, installation, and System Commissioning.
- Work with electrical, mechanical, and engineering teams to integrate automation equipment and improve system performance.
- Troubleshoot and optimize automated machinery, production equipment, and industrial control systems.
- Provide on-site technical support during Machine Startups, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and customer installations, as required.
- Travel to customer locations to perform On-Site Commissioning, system integration, troubleshooting, and technical support.
- Assist with Robotic Automation and Robot Integration projects when applicable.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in Industrial Automation, PLC Programming, or Systems Integration.
- Strong hands-on programming and troubleshooting experience with Siemens PLCs and Allen-Bradley PLCs.
- Experience with Rockwell Automation and Siemens Automation Systems.
- Proven expertise in HMI Programming, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Experience working with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and industri