Posted 19 days ago
Controls & Robotics Engineer - Body Shop or GA Experience
@ Volcanix Automation Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Volcanix Automation Inc. is hiring Controls & Robotics engineers and programmers at several experience levels, from intermediate engineers to technical leads, for industrial automation projects. The role covers PLC programming, robot integration, commissioning and production support in automotive body shops, with 90-100% travel across North America. Candidates need 2+ years in BIW or GA and GM GCCS/GRS or OEM/Tier 1 BIW experience.
Responsibilities:
- Program, troubleshoot and optimize PLC systems
- Program and integrate industrial robots in BIW applications
- Commission and debug body shop equipment and robotic cells
- Support production launches and downtime reduction
- Perform system validation and customer acceptance tests
Requirements summary:
- 2+ years of BIW or GA experience
- GM GCCS/GRS or OEM/Tier 1 BIW experience
- Strong PLC programming experience
- Fanuc or KUKA robot experience
- Robotic welding experience, spot welding 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 | Software development |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Travel | air: frequent · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| 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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| 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 building a multidisciplinary Controls & Robotics team to support industrial automation projects for clients across many sectors. We’re hiring engineers and programmers at several experience levels, from Intermediate Engineers to Technical Leads. This is a hands-on role covering industrial controls, SCADA development, PLC programming, robotics integration, commissioning, and production support. If your background is in controls or robotics, we’d like to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC systems
- Program and integrate industrial robots in BIW applications (spot welding, handling, sealing)
- Commission and debug body shop equipment and robotic cells
- Support production launches, cycle time improvements, and downtime reduction
- Integrate robots with PLC-controlled systems and safety devices
- Work with welding systems (spot welding, projection welding, stud welding)
- Perform system validation, buy-offs, and customer acceptance tests
- Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and robotic issues on-site
- Collaborate with controls, mechanical, and production teams
Required Skills
Controls Engineering:
- Strong PLC programming experience
- Platforms:
- Allen-Bradley (RSLogix / Studio 5000)
- Siemens (TIA Portal)
- Experience with industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Profinet)
Robotics (BIW Focus):
- Experience with industrial robots such as:
- Fanuc
- KUKA
- Experience in robotic welding applications (spot welding highly preferred)
- Strong commissioning and troubleshooting skills in body shop environments
Mandatory Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in BIW (Body-in-White) or GA (General Assembly)
- Experience with General Motors standards (GCCS / GRS)
or
- strong experience in BIW within the automotive industry (OEM or Tier 1)
Preferred Experience
- OEM experience (GM, Ford, Stellantis, Tesla)
- Tier 1 automotive suppliers
- Experience with:
- Framing stations
- Geo stations
- Re-spot lines
- Integration of welding controllers (e.g., Bosch, ARO)
- Vision systems and error proofing (EPP)
General Requirements
- Willingness to travel 90–100% across North America
- 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:
- Eligible for TN Visa
- Eligible for Canadian Work Permit
- Authorized to work and travel across North America
Additional Information
- Travel and work-related expenses will be covered by the company
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