Posted 22 days ago
Controls Specialist
@ JENOPTIK AG
Barrie, Ontario
Overview
Prodomax Automation, part of the Jenoptik Group, is hiring a Controls Specialist to program, develop and troubleshoot PLC-controlled automation systems in Barrie, Ontario. The role spans Junior, Intermediate and Senior levels, with bonuses, RRSP matching and training reimbursement offered, and it requires global travel and overtime.
Responsibilities:
- Program PLCs and HMIs in Allen Bradley and Siemens environments
- Troubleshoot complex automation systems
- Validate system safeties function as designed
- Coordinate with other disciplines and interact with customers and suppliers
- Lead projects or mentor junior programmers as level advances
Requirements summary:
- Engineering degree or engineering technologist/technician (BSc., P. Eng., or CET)
- Working knowledge of Safety PLC systems and safety standards
- Working knowledge of Ethernet IP, Profinet and RIO I/O Link networks
- Direct experience with robot integration and robot programming
- Ability to travel globally and work overtime
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-01
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Job details
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | air: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | P. Eng., CET |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Trade certificate (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Paid training |
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JENOPTIK AG
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Jenoptik – MORE LIGHT. We are a company where bright ideas are born. Changing the world with light demands for an exploring spirit. Discover challenges the world is facing, at Jenoptik you change the world. 💡PHOTONICS: Optical technologies are at the heart of our business. Explore the variety of our photonics-based products and services: We’re on Mars with NASA. We’re behind the quality of your smartphone camera lenses. We enable smart manufacturing with laser & metrology solutions customized to your manufacturing environment. We make roads and communities safer. 🚀MARKETS: Our key target markets primarily include the semiconductor equipment industry, electronics, life science and medical technology, metrology as well as smart mobility incl. road traffic safety and civil security. 🌎LOCATIONS: The Jenoptik Group headquarters are in Jena, Thuringia, Germany. Next to our major sites in Germany, we maintain production and assembly sites in the USA, France, the United Kingdom and Asia-Pacific. 🌳SUSTAINABILITY: Together with our customers, we create forward-looking trends in the fields of energy efficiency, healthcare, the environment, mobility, and safety. With our products we can make significant contributions to meeting the societal challenges we face as well as to the conservation and efficient use of resources. 🌈INCLUSION: As an international company with about 4,600 employees, we are aware of our responsibility to create an appreciative and unprejudiced working environment and support diversity, equity and inclusion in our teams. We are committed to increasing the number of international und female managers in our company and signed the “Charta der Vielfalt”, an employer initiative for diversity, in 2020. Grow with leading and bright ideas. Become a JENIUS. Impressum, Legal Notice: https://www.jenoptik.com/legal-notice
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- JENOPTIK AG
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- photonics
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- healthcare
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- digital imaging
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Jenoptik – MORE LIGHT. We are a company where bright ideas are born. Changing the world with light demands for an exploring spirit. Discover challenges the world is facing, at Jenoptik you change the world. 💡PHOTONICS: Optical technologies are at the heart of our business. Explore the variety of our photonics-based products and services: We’re on Mars with NASA. We’re behind the quality of your smartphone camera…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Jena, Thüringen |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1991 |
| Specialties | photonicsmicroopticsoptoelectronicslife scienceshealthcarediagnosticsdigital imagingautomationlasersmetrology |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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We are actively seeking a Controls Specialist to join the Prodomax Team.
About Prodomax Automation
For over 55 years, Prodomax has been a leader in the design, engineering, and turnkey integration of custom automation solutions. As a key part of the Jenoptik Group, we are renowned for our expertise in welding and assembly systems for structural components in automotive and industrial applications. We pride ourselves on our core values of People, Solutions, Integrity.
The Opportunity
You will program, develop and troubleshoot PLC controlled automation systems reporting directly to the Manager - Controls, Electrical Design, Fluid Power and Robotics. Your level within the role will be determined by the skills and experience you bring when taking on this exciting career opportunity. Responsibilities are noted as you progress within the role.
Junior:
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist in Programming PLC’s and HMI’s in an automation environment utilizing systems such as:
- Allen Bradley ControlLogix based programming software
- Allen Bradley HMI development software
- Siemens TIA Portal / Step 7 based PLC programming software
- Siemens Win CC Flexible based HMI development software
- Troubleshoot complex automation with assistance from senior level personnel.
- Coordinate with other disciplines to streamline delivery.
- Develop efficient means and standards to ensure budgets and schedules are met.
- Validate system safeties function as designed.
- Participate in interactions with customers and suppliers.
Job Qualifications:
- Engineering Degree or Engineering Technologist/Technician (BSc., P. Eng., or CET.).
- Basic knowledge of Safety PLC Systems and Safety Standards.
- Basic knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet IP, RIO I/O Link, Profinet, etc.).
- Some experience with robot integration and understanding of robot programming.
- Familiar with safety circuit design.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
- Ability to coordinate a high level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints.
- Ability to work overtime and travel globally.
- Effective working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent conflict resolutions skills.
- Excellent judgment and strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to understand the financial impact of relevant options.
- High energy and the flexibility to perform under short time constraints to meet deadlines.
- Positive attitude and works well as a member of a team.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, disciplined approach to work.
Growth Focus: Actively seeks mentorship and takes ownership of progressively more complex tasks to transition from assisting on projects to independently leading small projects. Work towards an Intermediate level position.
Intermediate:
Job Responsibilities:
- Program PLC’s and HMI’s in an automation environment utilizing systems such as:
- Allen Bradley ControlLogix based programming software
- Allen Bradley HMI development software
- Siemens TIA Portal / Step 7 based PLC programming software
- Siemens Win CC Flexible based HMI development software
- Troubleshoot complex automation.
- Coordinate with other disciplines to streamline delivery.
- Develop efficient means and standards to ensure budgets and schedules are met.
- Validate system safeties function as designed.
- Interact with customers and suppliers.
- Lead projects as a Controls Specialist in a team environment.
Job Qualifications:
- Engineering Degree or Engineering Technologist/Technician (BSc., P. Eng., or CET.).
- Minimum 3 years direct working experience.
- Working knowledge of Safety PLC Systems and Safety Standards.
- Working knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet IP, RIO I/O Link, Profinet, etc.).
- Direct experience with robot integration and understanding of robot programming.
- Direct experience with multiple process types (Assembly, MIG Welding, Spot Welding, etc.).
- Direct experience with safety circuit design.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
- Ability to coordinate a high level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints.
- Ability to motivate fellow team members in a positive manner.
- Ability to work overtime and travel globally.
- Effective working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent conflict resolutions skills.
- Excellent judgment and strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to understand the financial impact of relevant options.
- High energy and the flexibility to perform under short time constraints to meet deadlines.
- Positive attitude and works well as a member of a team.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, disciplined approach to work.
Growth Focus: Demonstrates technical leadership by identifying design efficiencies and takes a lead role on projects. Works towards a Senior level position.
Senior:
Job Responsibilities:
- Program PLC’s and HMI’s in an automation environment utilizing systems such as:
- Allen Bradley ControlLogix based programming software
- Allen Bradley HMI development software
- Siemens TIA Portal / Step 7 based PLC programming software
- Siemens Win CC Flexible based HMI development software
- Troubleshoot complex automation.
- Coordinate with other disciplines to streamline delivery.
- Develop efficient means and standards to ensure budgets and schedules are met.
- Validate system safeties function as designed.
- Interact with customers and suppliers.
- Mentor and lead junior programmers.
Job Qualifications:
- Engineering Degree or Engineering Technologist/Technician (BSc., P. Eng., or CET.).
- Minimum 6 years direct working experience.
- Working knowledge of Safety PLC Systems and Safety Standards.
- Working knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet IP, RIO I/O Link, Profinet, etc.).
- Direct experience with robot integration and understanding of robot programming.
- Direct experience with multiple process types (Assembly, MIG Welding, Spot Welding, etc.).
- Direct experience with safety circuit design.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
- Ability to coordinate a high level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints.
- Ability to motivate fellow team members in a positive manner.
- Ability to work overtime and travel globally.
- Effective working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent conflict resolutions skills.
- Excellent judgment and strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to understand the financial impact of relevant options.
- High energy and the flexibility to perform under short time constraints to meet deadlines.
- Positive attitude and works well as a member of a team.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, disciplined approach to work.
Qualifications, skills and abilities
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation: $75,000.00 -$90,000.00*
* The actual compensation a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
- Performance-based bonuses tied to organizational performance and your success in achieving annual project goals set/reviewed annually with your Supervisor.
- Comprehensive Benefits: including RRSP matching, healthcare spending account, Training reimbursement, EAP Program
- Environment: A collaborative, high-tech culture where creativity and data-driven decision-making are celebrated.
We are a diverse and inclusive work culture - everyone is welcome!
Prodomax Automation Ltd. is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.
We are committed to meeting the requirements of AODA. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please advise your Human Resources contact when you are selected to participate in the recruitment process.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Barrie, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
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