Posted 23 days ago
Engineering Technician Co-op
@ Superior Glove
Acton, Ontario
Overview
Superior Glove is hiring a co-op engineering technician student for its Acton, ON plant to support manufacturing automation, electrical controls, PLC programming and machine commissioning alongside Engineering and Maintenance teams. The role reports to the Global Leader, Continuous Improvement, and is open to students enrolled in a 3rd or 4th year mechatronics, electrical or automation program.
Responsibilities:
- Support electrical panel design and power and control wiring
- Develop, modify and troubleshoot PLC programs
- Assist with machine commissioning, testing and validation
- Prepare electrical schematics and technical documentation
- Support preventive maintenance and continuous improvement projects
Requirements summary:
- Enrolled in 3rd or 4th year mechatronics, electrical or automation program
- Knowledge of industrial electrical controls and panel design
- PLC programming experience, Siemens an asset
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics and control drawings
- AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN experience an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Mechanical & electrical trades |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, Mechanical Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount |
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Superior Glove
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Leading manufacturer + supplier of work safety gloves.
Full company description
Superior Glove is a leading innovator in the design and manufacture of safety gloves, sleeves, and complementary PPE. Our products are engineered at our headquarters in Ontario, Canada, and distributed through centers across Canada, the USA, and Mexico. At Superior Glove, we believe workers should never have to choose between comfort and safety so we innovate protection workers need into comfortable PPE they’ll want to wear. Our commitment to workplace safety goes beyond PPE with support for free resources and services to help companies reduce and eliminate hand injuries.
- LinkedIn followers
- 22,957
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 385
- Reported office locations
- 36 Vimy Street, Acton, ON L7J 1S1, CA
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- Business categories
- Consumer Goods
- Manufacturing
- Supply Chain Management
- Consumer Product Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Superior Glove
- Hand Protection
- Specialties
- Cut Resistant Gloves
- Heat Resistant Gloves
- Protective Sleeves
- Work Safety Gloves
- Puncture Resistant Gloves
- Flame Resistant Gloves
- Chemical Resistant Gloves
- Cold Resistant Gloves
- Arc Flash Rated Gloves
- Abrasion Resistant Gloves
- Impact Resistant Gloves
- Vibration Dampening Gloves
- Waterproof Gloves
- Crush Resistant Protection
- High Dexterity Gloves
- and Other Personal Protective Equipment
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Superior Glove is a leading innovator in the design and manufacture of safety gloves, sleeves, and complementary PPE. Our products are engineered at our headquarters in Ontario, Canada, and distributed through centers across Canada, the USA, and Mexico. At Superior Glove, we believe workers should never have to choose between comfort and safety so we innovate protection workers need into comfortable PPE they’ll…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Manufacturing |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Acton, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Cut Resistant GlovesHeat Resistant GlovesProtective SleevesWork Safety GlovesPuncture Resistant GlovesFlame Resistant GlovesChemical Resistant GlovesCold Resistant GlovesArc Flash Rated GlovesAbrasion Resistant Gloves |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 9 |
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About Us
Superior Glove is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of innovative hand and arm protection. For more than 100 years, we’ve been focused on one goal: helping workers get home safe. Today, our global team works across Canada, the United States, Mexico, Honduras and El Salvador, combining manufacturing expertise, innovation and a commitment to workplace safety.
Does this sound like you?
Are you a Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Automation and Robotics student who enjoys working with machinery, troubleshooting equipment, and solving technical problems? We're looking for a motivated co-op student eager to gain hands-on experience supporting automation, PLC programming, electrical controls, and manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced production environment.
About the Role
Reporting to the Global Leader, Continuous Improvement, the Engineering Technician Co-op Student will support manufacturing automation, electrical controls, machine commissioning, PLC programming, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives while working alongside our Engineering and Maintenance teams.
Location: 36 Vimy Street, Acton ON
Responsibilities
- Assist with electrical control panel design and panel layout.
- Support power and control wiring for production machinery and automation equipment.
- Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs (Siemens experience is an asset).
- Assist with machine commissioning, testing, and validation.
- Troubleshoot electrical, control, and PLC-related issues on manufacturing equipment.
- Prepare and update electrical schematics and technical documentation.
- Perform hands-on electrical panel wiring and installation activities.
- Assist with pneumatic system troubleshooting and basic circuit modifications.
- Support preventive maintenance and continuous improvement projects.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in 3rd or 4th year Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, or a related post-secondary program.
- Knowledge of industrial electrical controls and electrical panel design.
- Familiarity with PLC programming; Siemens experience is considered an asset.
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar software is an asset.
- Manufacturing experience is considered an asset.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Eagerness to learn and contribute in a manufacturing environment.
Why Join Superior Glove?
Superior Glove is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. As a co-op student, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience working with industrial automation, experienced engineers, and real manufacturing projects while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
When you work at Superior Glove, you are part of the family!
Some of the benefits/perks include:
- Yearly contenders and recipients of multiple prestigious awards including Canada’s Best Managed for over 10 years, Canada’s Safest Manufacturer, Canada’s Excellence Business Award and more!
- Recognition and rewards through ThumbsUp!
- Team member discounts and referral rewards
- Company events and community involvement
- A family-owned company with 100+ years of history and continued global growth
Superior Glove strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the company will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates with disabilities.
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