PLC Programmer
- Woodbridge, ON, Canada
Pay Rate: $40+ · Contract
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- Pay Rate: $40+
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- 5-8+ years of experience in Controls software or PLC Programming
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
Location: Woodbridge
Contract: 6 months (to extension)
Onsite
Pay Rate: $40+
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Controls Systems Software Designer / PLC Programmer to support the development, commissioning, and troubleshooting of custom automated manufacturing equipment. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on machine startup, debugging, and solving complex controls issues in a machine-building environment.
Responsibilities
Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs for automated equipment
Commission and debug newly built machines both in-house and at customer sites
Diagnose controls, electrical, pneumatic, robot, and conveyor-related issues during machine startup
Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to identify root causes and drive solutions
Support machine integration, testing, FATs, SATs, and customer acceptance activities
Assist with the integration of robotics, vision systems, motion control, sensors, and other automation technologies
Provide technical support throughout the full project lifecycle, from build through installation and commissioning
Travel to customer sites in Canada and the United States as required
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
-Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required (Electrical Engineering preferred)
-5-8+ years of experience in Controls software or PLC Programming
-Strong hands-on experience with Siemens PLCs and TIA Portal
-Experience in machine building, industrial automation, manufacturing or systems integration environments
-Strong troubleshooting capabilities involving:
PLCs and HMIs
Electrical systems and wiring
Pneumatics
Machine safety
Sensors and conveyors
Robotics integration
-Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose machine issues with limited documentation
-Ability to travel to customer sites in Canada and the United States
NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLC experience
Is a self-starter
Vacancy: This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position.
*Artificial Intelligence tools are used to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position
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Responsibilities
Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs, and commission and debug automated manufacturing equipment at company and customer sites. Diagnose controls and machine issues, support integration and acceptance testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in engineering is required, preferably in electrical engineering, along with 5–8 or more years of controls software or PLC programming experience. Candidates need hands-on Siemens PLC and TIA Portal experience, strong troubleshooting skills across machine systems, and the ability to travel to customer sites in Canada and the United States.
Skills
- PLC Programming
- Siemens PLCs
- TIA Portal
- HMI Programming
- Machine Commissioning
- Controls Troubleshooting
- Electrical Systems
- Pneumatics
- Machine Safety
- Robotics Integration
- Motion Control
- Vision Systems
- Sensors
- Conveyors
- Factory Acceptance Testing
- Site Acceptance Testing
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Technology
Keywords
- PLC Programming
- Siemens PLCs
- TIA Portal
- Rockwell PLCs
- Allen-Bradley
- HMI
- Automated Manufacturing Equipment
- Machine Building
- Industrial Automation
- Systems Integration
- Machine Commissioning
- Machine Debugging
- Electrical Systems
- Electrical Wiring
- Pneumatics
- Machine Safety
- Robotics
- Vision Systems
- Motion Control
- Sensors
- Conveyors
- Factory Acceptance Testing
- Site Acceptance Testing
- Customer Acceptance
- Manufacturing
- Root Cause Analysis