First seen by our source: 22 days ago
Senior Controls & Automation Engineer
@ JP Recruitment
Vaughan, Ontario
Overview
JP Recruitment is hiring a Senior Controls & Automation Engineer for a market-leading manufacturer. The role leads the modernization of legacy control systems across 16 North American plants, including PLC, HMI, safety and network upgrades. It requires over 50% travel across North America and a minimum of 5 years of industrial automation experience.
Responsibilities:
- Lead multi-site controls system modernization and automation
- Specify, design, test and implement PLC, HMI and network systems
- Oversee installation, commissioning and validation of upgrades
- Manage contractors, consultants and suppliers
- Provide controls support to 16 North American plants
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's in electrical engineering or EET diploma
- 5+ years industrial automation experience
- Hands-on commissioning on projects over $10M
- P.Eng. or CET preferred
- Over 50% travel across North America
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- 2026-10-15
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- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: frequent · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | P.Eng, CET |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology |
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JP Recruitment
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 24 |
A market leader in the manufacturing industry is looking for a Senior Controls & Automation Engineer. Reporting to regional engineering leadership, the successful candidate will lead the transformation of legacy and obsolete control systems across the company’s North American manufacturing operations while supporting day-to-day operational controls needs. This role involves designing, integrating, and deploying new control platforms, software, hardware, and equipment to modernize plant automation and ensure operational excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Lead multi-site controls system modernization and equipment automation, migrating from legacy platforms to current technologies (e.g., Rockwell FactoryTalk, Inductive Ignition)
- Collaborate with integrators to specify, design, test, and implement automation and control systems including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, safety systems, and industrial networks
- Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of automation upgrades, control panel retrofits, and network architecture improvements
- Develop and maintain new process control systems and improve existing processes
- Manage contractors, consultants, and suppliers for automation projects
- Provide strategic controls support and troubleshooting to 16 North American plants
- Maintain corporate programming, documentation, drawing standards, and change logs for all automation platforms
- Design, review, and update electrical schematics, P&IDs, one-line diagrams, and panel layouts in compliance with UL508a, NEC, and NFPA 70E standards
- Establish predictive and preventive maintenance protocols for automation assets and upskill local plant technicians
- Participate in and lead stage gate reviews for controls scope in capital projects
- Interface with Corporate IT to align plant automation with IT infrastructure standards
- Plan and schedule projects, including capital expenditure preparation
- Monitor emerging technologies and assess pilot automation solutions for scalability
- Act as controls subject matter expert for plant maintenance teams
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Strong project management and change leadership skills
- Hands-on experience with brownfield controls and automation upgrades in operating plant environments
- Expertise in Rockwell Automation (RSView32, FactoryTalk) and Inductive Ignition platforms
- Skilled in PLC logic, HMI screens, servo motion control, and safety PLC systems
- Knowledge of industrial Ethernet networking, remote I/O systems, and instrumentation calibration
- Ability to work with integrators and contractors to implement automation systems
- Proficient with AutoCAD, MS Project, Excel, and common controls diagnostic tools
- Excellent communicator able to lead cross-functional initiatives and coach plant teams
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology diploma
- P.Eng. or CET designation preferred
- Frequent travel over 50% across North America
- Minimum 5 years of industrial automation experience, including control system migration, design, integration, and plant operations support
- Hands-on commissioning and start-up experience in large-scale projects (>$10M)
About Us:
JP Recruitment specialize in technical positions in the engineering & manufacturing space across Canada. For a listing of more roles, visit www.jprecruitment.ca/careers. #engineeringjobs #careers #jobs #controls
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