Automation Developer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Woodbridge, ON - 5x Per Week

Employment: 6-Month Contract + Extension/Conversion

Pay: $48-$52

Insight Global is seeking a PC Software Developer to support the development of software used in automated manufacturing, robotics, and testing environments. This role focuses on software that controls and communicates with hardware. The ideal candidate will have experience working with industrial equipment, instruments, sensors, vision systems, and manufacturing test systems. This is not a web development, AI, mobile app, or business software role. Responsibilities: Develop PC-based software used to control and monitor automated manufacturing and test equipment Create applications that communicate with instruments, sensors, robotics, vision systems, and other industrial hardware Collect, analyze, and manage production and test data through SQL databases and servers Integrate third-party hardware and software into complete automation solutions Troubleshoot software, hardware communication, and system integration issues during machine startup and commissioning Support factory acceptance testing (FAT), system integration, and customer installations Work closely with controls, electrical, and mechanical teams to deliver fully functional automation systems Travel to customer sites in Canada and the United States as required

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

-Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

-5-8+ years of experience developing industrial PC-based software

-Strong experience with C#, .NET, and/or C++

-Experience developing software that interfaces directly with hardware and industrial devices

-Experience with SQL Server and data-driven applications Understanding of industrial communications, protocols, and hardware/software interaction

-Experience in industrial automation, robotics, testing systems, manufacturing equipment, or machine-building environments

-Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

-Ability to travel to customer sites in the United States when required

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Experience with SCADA, MES, LabVIEW, or industrial data acquisition systems

Experience integrating vision systems, robotics, instrumentation, barcode scanners, or other manufacturing technologies

Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as TCP/IP, CAN, or LIN

Experience commissioning automated manufacturing or test systems

Experience with Git, source control, and software lifecycle best practices

We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with the screening, assessment, or selection of potential applicants for this position.

Vacancy: This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position.