Senior Controls DesignerLocation: On site / Mississauga, ON, Canada
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | General
Salary: Negotiable salary
Senior Controls DesignerMississauga, Ontario | Full-time | Travel requiredShape the Future of Automated PackagingMpac Langen Americas is looking for a
Senior Controls Designer to play a pivotal role in the design, debugging, and delivery of cutting-edge automated packaging machinery. If you thrive in a hands-on technical leadership role and enjoy seeing complex machines come to life, from shop floor debugging to customer commissioning, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
As a senior technical lead, you'll work closely with Project Managers and Operations teams to ensure machines are delivered
on time, on budget, and to specification, supporting projects from build through Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and customer installation.
What You'll Be DoingTechnical Leadership & Machine Debugging- Lead software programming and electrical debugging activities for Mpac Langen machinery
- Prepare machines for debugging and FAT by powering up, verifying I/O wiring, and validating electrical circuits
- Debug and test machines to ensure full compliance with project specifications
Programming & Control Systems- Load and modify PLC programs and perform programming on standard components
- Set up servos, VFDs, and other motion/control devices
- Develop offline programs for machines or specific machine functions
- Prepare ladder logic design patches during installation and commissioning phases
Collaboration & Support- Work closely with wiring teams to resolve electrical issues and approve machines for debugging
- Provide programming support during customer FATs
- Support installation technicians during commissioning of new machines
- Travel to customer sites to provide electrical debugging support during machine installation
Documentation & Compliance- Update and mark up electrical schematics as required
- Ensure adherence to internal work instructions and safety standards
- Follow all company and customer safety rules on the shop floor and on-site
What You'll Bring- BSc or equivalent technical education in Electrical Engineering
- Proven experience in electrical automation and industrial machinery
- Experience with packaging machinery or high-speed automation is a strong asset
- Solid working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical
- Strong understanding of Ontario safety standards, including:
- Control Reliable Design
- PSR legislation
- A hands-on, solutions-driven mindset with strong collaboration skills
Join Mpac Langen Americas and help deliver the next generation of packaging technology.
Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career.
