Main Functions
PURPOSE: The Programmer in Automation (Automations Engineer) is responsible for designing, programming, configuring, and maintaining control systems that drive process automation across food industry production environments - specifically within yeast fermentation plants. This role works as part of an automation team and is instrumental in ensuring consistent, efficient, and safe operation of process control systems including PLCs, SCADA platforms, and Operator Interface Panels. As a key technical contributor, the programmer supports commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated systems while collaborating with engineers, plant teams, and integrators.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Programming & System Configuration
- Program and configure PLCs using languages such as SFC, ladder logic, function blocks, and structured text.
- Develop and maintain SCADA systems and graphic interface pages.
- Configure Operator Interface Panels (e.g., Red Lion Controls G308) to optimize plant visibility and operator usability.
- Design control sequences and logic that align with process engineering specifications.
Technical Documentation & Design
- Create and maintain detailed control system documentation including electrical diagrams, P&IDs, sequence descriptions, and operational procedures.
- Contribute to the evolution of internal programming standards and best practices.
- Design robust control architectures for new installations or process upgrades.
Support, Troubleshooting & Collaboration
- Provide on-site and remote support for automated systems across various plant sites.
- Assist electricians and instrumentation technicians during system installation and troubleshooting.
- Collaborate with process engineers, operators, and system integrators to align automation strategies with plant objectives.
Technical Leadership & Flexibility
- Deliver timely support for process-related automation issues, including after-hours and weekend availability when necessary.
- Travel to domestic and international production sites for commissioning, support, and upgrades.
- Participate in technical reviews and continuous improvement initiatives within the automation team
Technical skills
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Software, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation and process control, including: PLC programming and troubleshooting. SCADA system configuration and support.
- Proficiency in PLC programming (SFC, ladder, function blocks, structured text).
- Strong knowledge of SCADA configuration and HMI graphic design.
- Experience with Ethernet-based protocols such as EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP.
- Solid understanding of industrial instrumentation and process control (e.g., 4–20mA loops, VFDs, flow control devices).
- Working knowledge of Windows OS and Microsoft Office tools.
An asset
- Experience in food industry process control preferred.
- Familiarity with Schneider Electric Modicon PLCs is an asset.
Personal abilities
Required
- Excellent interpersonal skills to work across cross-functional teams and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
General criteria
Required
- Willing and able to travel regularly and support operations outside of normal working hours.
Organization
Lallemand is a privately held Canadian company founded in the late 19th century, which develops, produces, and markets microorganisms for various markets. The administrative offices of the parent company are in Montreal, Canada. Today, Lallemand employs more than 6,500 people working in more than 45 countries on 5 continents.
Lallemand Baking offers a range of superior quality baker's yeast – both fresh and dry varieties – and specialty ingredients to meet bakers' needs across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Baking cultures and dough conditioners round out our impressive product range.
The Lallemand baking team's many branches collaborate closely to provide innovative products and efficient services, backed by a skilled technical support team in each region of operations.
Please take note that accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.