Manufacturing System Engineer

Trioworld North America (TWNA) is an industry leader and innovator in stretch film solutions. It has a legacy dating back to its origins in 1972 as a polybag manufacturer. Trioworld North America started production of plastic films in 1997 and is a leading producer and supplier of premium load security solutions based on High-Performance stretch film to customers within distribution, beverage, food, consumer goods, e-commerce, and other industrial packaging. The Company has a strong market position in the US and Canada. Head office is in Ajax, Ontario, Canada and our first US manufacturing facility is open in Brownsburg, Indiana.

TWNA has been at the forefront of innovation and development in the film industry with our commitment to providing high-quality products and superior customer satisfaction.

To learn more, visit us at https://www.trioworld.com/

Core Values

At Trioworld North America, we are committed to re-thinking plastic and becoming number one in circularity within the flexible packaging industry. Together with our partners and customers, we want to be a leader who actively pushes the industry forward, changing it for the better.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. It is the driving force for our business and our people. We push boundaries of what is possible through product innovation, and we take responsibility for our operation, economically, socially, and environmentally.

Position Summary:

Manufacturing Systems & Automation Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Systems & Automation Engineer with experience in industrial automation, SCADA systems, and software development to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting manufacturing automation and information systems that improve operational efficiency, production visibility, and business decision-making.

Success in this role requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, and project execution. The ideal candidate is hands-on, adaptable, solution-oriented, and capable of balancing technical excellence with practical business needs. Candidates will be evaluated based on their experience as an automation engineer in manufacturing, warehousing, shipping, and logistics environments (SCADA, Ignition, Python & Industrial Controls).

This role considered 100% onsite located in Ajax, ON and reports directly to the Manager of IT and Automation.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Systems & Automation

• Design, develop, test, and implement industrial automation solutions for manufacturing and logistics operations.
• Design and support Manufacturing Information Systems (MIS) that collect, visualize, and analyze production data to enable real-time operational decision-making.
• Integrate production equipment, automation cells, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, databases, and enterprise applications.
• Develop applications, dashboards, and reporting solutions using Python and Ignition Perspective.
• Configure, deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot SCADA and HMI systems.
• Design data collection, reporting, visualization, and KPI monitoring solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Develop system architectures that support Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing initiatives.

System Integration & Support

• Integrate shop-floor equipment with MES, ERP, quality, maintenance, and other enterprise systems.
• Configure and maintain OPC-UA communications and industrial networking infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot automation, communication, software, and SCADA-related issues.
• Support system optimization, continuous improvement initiatives, and lifecycle management activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, company procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration & Project Delivery

• Work closely with production, engineering, maintenance, operations, and IT teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Participate in project planning, design reviews, testing, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal resources during project execution.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning activities.
• Prepare technical documentation, operating procedures, and training materials.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in industrial automation, SCADA development, or controls engineering.
• Experience with industrial automation and control systems in manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with SCADA platforms, with Ignition preferred.
• Proficiency in Python programming.
• Experience developing applications, dashboards, and visualization tools using Ignition Perspective.
• Working knowledge of SQL databases, OPC-UA, and industrial communication protocols.
• Understanding of PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, and manufacturing system integration.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Manufacturing Information Systems (MIS).
• Experience writing, debugging, and commissioning PLC programs.
• Knowledge of Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar industrial automation platforms.
• Experience integrating automation systems with ERP and business applications.
• Project management experience, including planning, resource coordination, and commissioning activities.
• Business analysis experience, including requirements gathering and process assessments.
• Ability to identify opportunities for automation, digitalization, and operational improvement.
• Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience supporting warehouse automation, material handling systems, or shipping and logistics operations.

What Join Trioworld:

You will play a key role in connecting manufacturing equipment, operators, and business systems through automation and digital technologies. From developing Ignition dashboards and Python applications to integrating production equipment with enterprise systems, you will help create the next generation of manufacturing information and automation solutions.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an automation professional looking to make a meaningful impact by combining controls engineering, software development, SCADA, and manufacturing systems integration in a dynamic industrial environment.

How to Apply:

• Interested candidates may forward resumes and cover letters via LinkedIn. We thank all applicants in advance, however due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies, please.
• Trioworld North America invites applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
• Trioworld North America is committed to being an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require any accommodations through any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
• To learn more about Trioworld, please visit us at https://www.trioworld.com/
• This hiring process may include the use of AI-assisted tools to help review applications. All outcomes are evaluated by our recruitment team before any decisions are made.

*expected salary range based on technical experience, qualifications, and demonstrated technical expertise: $95,000 - $130,000 CAD annually.