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Employers hiring include Loblaw Companies Limited (281 listings), Linamar Corporation (238 listings), Manulife (233 listings).

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Generac Power Systems

Controls Engineer II

Toronto, ON, Canada
Cambridge, ON, Canada

The salary range for this role based in Cambridge Canada is $93,500 - $140,200 CAD. · Full-time

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Pay: The salary range for this role based in Cambridge Canada is $93,500 - $140,200 CAD.
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 28, 2026

Original job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Controls Engineer serves as a valuable member of the Generac Microgrid Controls Team. This role owns projects end‑to‑end - from sales handover through system development, commissioning, and ongoing operational support - while balancing hands‑on technical execution with process improvement and cross‑functional collaboration.

This position plays a critical role in supporting a growing portfolio of microgrid projects, including live customer systems, and requires strong accountability, technical depth, and comfort operating in customer‑facing, high‑pressure environments. In addition to project delivery, the Controls Engineer contributes to team performance by collaborating with peers, supporting knowledge sharing, and helping evolve project execution standards and processes. The role is based onsite in Fort Collins and includes travel for on‑site commissioning activities.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the technical lead for advanced microgrid control system projects from sales handover through commissioning and ongoing support
Lead on‑site and remote startup and commissioning activities, including development and execution of commissioning test plans
Develop energy resource drivers (including power meters, protective relays, generator controllers, PV inverters, energy storage inverters, battery management systems, wind turbines, weather stations, etc.)
Develop, test, and deploy control algorithms
Conduct system functionality testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and reporting
Provide high‑level technical support for in‑progress projects and operating microgrid systems, including triage and resolution of customer issues
Create studies, reports, specifications, requirements, estimates, electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and equipment layouts
Balance hands‑on project execution with continuous improvement of project processes, standards, and quality
Partner cross‑functionally with Controls Engineering, Service, Commissioning, and Sales teams to deliver strong customer outcomes
Mentor and support team members through technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and collaboration
Communicate project status, challenges, and progress clearly to internal stakeholders and customers

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
2+ years experience with three-phase AC power generation
2+ years experience programming industrial controls, PLCs, HMIs

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years experience with three-phase AC power system controls and automation
5+ years experience with the following:
- Power generation experience (reciprocating engine and inverter based synchronizing, paralleling, and load-sharing, energy storage systems)
- Communications protocols (Modbus, DNP3, CAN 2.0A/B, J1939 CANbus)
- Programming languages (IEC 61131, Python, REST API)
- Programming experience (Codesys, ClearSCADA, PLC)
- Electrical design codes (UL 508A, NEC, NEMA)
Advanced technical understanding of power control philosophy in voltage-forming and voltage-following applications

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Ability to convey complex ideas and issues in a clear, concise, and understandable manner
Outstanding analytical, organizational, and troubleshooting skills
Attention to detail, passion for excellence, and commitment to customer success
Self-motivated and self-directed
Enthusiasm and eagerness to learn, teach, and improve
Passion for renewable energy and electrification
Ability to communicate fluently in English (verbally and written)
Valid driver’s license and passport
Ability to travel internationally, including remote locations in third-world countries
Ability to lift 50 lbs. safely
Ability to use common hand tools safely
Ability and knowledge to work safely around electrical equipment at various voltage levels
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, kneel, ascent/descend stairs and ladders
Ability to communicate verbally to small or large audiences

Generac is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role based in Cambridge Canada is $93,500 - $140,200 CAD. This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications and geographic location. This role is eligible for variable compensation including short-term and long-term incentives.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

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Responsibilities

The Controls Engineer will lead end-to-end microgrid control projects, managing everything from sales handover to system commissioning and ongoing operational support. They are responsible for developing control algorithms, deploying energy resource drivers, and providing high-level technical support to ensure customer success.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and possess at least 2 years of experience in three-phase AC power generation and industrial controls programming. Preferred applicants will have 5+ years of experience with power system automation, specific communication protocols, and relevant electrical design codes.

Skills

Microgrid control systems
Three-phase AC power
PLC programming
HMI development
Commissioning
Control algorithms
Energy resource drivers
Modbus
DNP3
CANbus
Python
Codesys
Electrical design
Troubleshooting
Technical documentation
Project management

Benefits

Short-term incentives
Long-term incentives

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Keywords

Microgrid
Controls Engineering
Three-phase AC power
PLC
HMI
Commissioning
Modbus
DNP3
CANbus
Python
Codesys
ClearSCADA
UL 508A
NEC
NEMA
Energy storage systems
Power generation
Inverters
Battery management systems
Renewable energy
Electrification
Project execution
Technical support
Electrical drawings
Automation
Voltage-forming
Voltage-following
REST API
IEC 61131
System integration

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