Johnson Electric Holdings Limited

Electrical PLC/Control Specialist

Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in Electrical Engineering or related college diploma
  • 5+ years experience in control systems and data acquisition in automotive manufacturing
  • Hands-on expertise with PLCs, HMIs, servos, robotics, and automation systems
  • Experience as a technical lead on multidisciplinary projects is a plus
  • Strong troubleshooting and system integration skills
  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal abilities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement electrical control systems
  • Program PLC platforms like Allen-Bradley and Siemens
  • Modify HMI and automation systems
  • Integrate control systems for new and existing equipment
  • Supervise machine startups and process launches
  • Design control panels and wiring diagrams
  • Troubleshoot high-voltage electrical systems
  • Support automation cells through continuous improvement initiatives
  • Instruct maintenance personnel on system functionality
  • Mentor licensed electricians in PLC programming
  • Ensure compliance with Quality Management, Safety, and Environmental systems

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional and personal growth
  • Supportive and innovative work culture
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Emphasis on employee values and development
Full Job Description
Location: Ancaster, ON (Onsite)
Facility: PMDA
Department: Maintenance
Salary Range: $90K-100K annually
Vacancy Type: Existing Position

As our next Electrical PLC / Control Specialist, you will be a key technical leader within the Maintenance team, responsible for designing, programming, troubleshooting, and improving electrical control and automation systems. You will support new machine integration, continuous improvement initiatives, and mentor maintenance personnel in advanced automation technologies.

What You'll Be Doing
  • Designing, developing, and implementing electrical control systems
  • Programming PLC platforms including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and ControlLogix
  • Programming and modifying HMI, servo, robotics, and automation systems
  • Integrating electrical and control systems for new and existing equipment
  • Coordinating and supervising machine startups and process launches
  • Designing control panels, wiring diagrams, and bills of material
  • Troubleshooting high-voltage electrical systems, wiring, and components
  • Supporting and improving automation cells through continuous improvement initiatives
  • Instructing maintenance personnel on automation system functionality and programming
  • Mentoring licensed electricians in PLC programming and troubleshooting
  • Ensuring compliance with all Quality Management, Safety, and Environmental systems
  • Performing other related duties as assigned


What We're Looking For
  • University degree in Electrical Engineering or a related college diploma
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in control systems and data acquisition within an automotive manufacturing environment
  • Hands-on expertise with PLCs, HMIs, servos, robotics, and automation systems
  • Experience acting as a technical lead on multidisciplinary projects is an asset
  • Strong troubleshooting and system integration skills
  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal abilities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • High integrity, dependability, and results-oriented mindset


Work Environment
  • Combination of office and manufacturing environments
  • Exposure to industrial conditions including noise, heights, confined spaces, and varying temperatures
  • Physical requirements include climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, walking extensively, and operating material-handling equipment
  • Use of specialized protective equipment may be required


How to Apply

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can't wait to meet you!

What We Offer

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset-our people-can flourish.

About Johnson Electric Holdings Limited

Johnson Electric is a global leader in the design and manufacture of electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related components. The company serves a broad range of industries, including automotive, medical, industrial, and consumer products. Johnson Electric was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Hong Kong.
Learn more about Johnson Electric Holdings Limited
Size
35,000 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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