Posted 18 days ago
Controls Engineer (Contract or Full-Time)
@ Volcanix Automation Inc.
Barrie, Ontario
Overview
Volcanix Automation Inc. is hiring a contract controls engineer for automotive automation projects across Canada, the USA and Mexico, with work based around its client in the Greater Barrie, Ontario region. The role covers PLC programming and commissioning of robotic welding cells, material handling and general assembly, split between on-site production support and offline or remote programming. Candidates need 4+ years in automotive automation and willingness to travel, with expenses covered by the company.
Responsibilities:
- Program, troubleshoot and optimize PLC systems
- Integrate PLC systems with robots and safety devices
- Support production launches and downtime reduction
- Perform system validation and customer acceptance tests
- Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues on-site
Requirements summary:
- 4+ years in automotive automation (OEM or Tier 1)
- Strong PLC programming on Allen-Bradley and Mitsubishi
- Experience with EtherNet/IP and IO-Link networks
- Willingness to travel across North America and Mexico
- Engineering or technical degree preferred
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Travel | air: moderate · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Client sites, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Engineering, Technical |
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Engineering Services & Project Support
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automation Machinery Manufacturing |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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VOLCANIX AUTOMATION is seeking experienced industrial automation Controls Engineers to support projects across Canada, USA, and Mexico. Our client is based in the Greater Barrie, Ontario region, so candidates should be within commuting distance or willing to temporarily relocate for project phases.
This role covers automotive automation systems including robotic welding cells, material handling, and general assembly. Work is split between on-site support in demanding production environments and offline/remote programming phases, so there's a mix of travel and desk-based development depending on the project stage. You'll support power-on, integrations, commisioning and troubleshooting. Note that projects follow strict customer PLC and robotics standards, and in some cases pre-approved code templates you'll be expected to work within.
Responsibilities
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC systems
- Support production launches, cycle-time improvements, and downtime reduction
- Integrate PLC-controlled systems with robots and safety devices
- Work with welding systems (spot, projection, MIG, and adhesive application)
- Perform system validation, buy-offs, and customer acceptance tests
- Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues on-site
- Assist with robotic equipment commissioning and debug where required
- Collaborate with controls, robotics, mechanical, and production team
Required Skills
Controls Engineering:
- Strong PLC programming experience
- Platforms:
- Allen-Bradley (RSLogix / Studio 5000)
- Mitsubishi (GX Works)
- Experience with industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, IO Link)
- Ability to follow mature, customer-specific programming standards
Mandatory Requirements
- 4+ years of experience within the automotive automation industry (OEM or Tier 1)
Preferred Experience
- OEM experience (GM, Ford, Stellantis, Honda, Tesla)
- Tier 1 automotive suppliers
- Automotive automation processes: spot welding, projection welding, MIG welding, adhesive/dispensing, material handling, and general assembly
- Vision systems and error proofing (EPP)
- Robot integration experience (FANUC, ABB, NACHI) an asset
General Requirements
- Willingness to travel for on-site project phases across North America & Mexico (travel varies by project stage, with lighter periods during offline/remote programming)
- Ability to work independently on customer sites
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset
- Good communication and documentation skills
- Engineering or technical degree preferred
Work Authorization
We welcome candidates who are:
- Independent Contractor
- Eligible for TN Visa
- Eligible for Canadian Work Permit
- Authorized to work and travel across North America & Mexico
Additional Information
- Travel and work-related expenses will be covered by the company
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