Automation & Controls Lead - Automotive Manufacturing

Magna International Limited

Vaughan

Sur place

CAD 95 000 - 115 000

Plein temps

14 jours+

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Résumé du poste

Magna Exteriors in Vaughan, Ontario is seeking an Automation/Controls Supervisor to lead design, implementation, and continuous improvement of automated systems in a high-volume automotive parts plant. You will supervise a team of automation technicians and controls engineers, oversee PLC, HMI, SCADA, and robotics programs, and drive uptime, quality, and safety through data-driven initiatives.

The role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, 5+ years in industrial automation, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
5+ years in industrial automation with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role, preferably in automotive manufacturing or high-volume assembly.
Strong proficiency with PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Structured Text), HMI development, robot programming, and industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Profinet).
Hands-on experience troubleshooting servo systems, VFDs, sensors, safety PLCs, and vision systems in a production environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, prioritize work under pressure, and deliver results in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, TPM, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsabilités

Supervise a team of automation technicians, controls engineers, and related specialists.
Oversee design, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization of PLCs, HMI, SCADA, robotics, vision systems, and motion control systems.
Lead root-cause analysis and permanent corrective actions for automation-related downtime, quality issues, and process deviations.
Drive continuous improvement projects focused on cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, OEE improvement, and Industry 4.0 initiatives (data collection, predictive maintenance, IIoT).
Develop and maintain documentation including control narratives, electrical schematics, PLC programs, robot programs, and standard work for automation systems.
Ensure all automation and controls work complies with plant safety standards, Ontario electrical code (CSA), automotive quality requirements (IATF 16949), QMS (IATF16949), Health and Safety (ISO 45001), EMS (ISO14001), and security (PIP) requirements and customer specifications.
Coordinate with equipment suppliers, integrators, and internal stakeholders during new equipment installations, upgrades, and major overhauls.
Manage spare parts inventory for critical automation components and develop preventive/predictive maintenance strategies for controls and robotic systems.
Support production during launches, model changes, and volume ramps by ensuring automation readiness and rapid issue resolution.
Track and report key performance indicators (uptime, mean time to repair, first-time quality related to automation, project timelines, and team development metrics).
Enforce lockout/tagout, arc flash, and machine guarding practices; participate in safety audits and incident investigations involving automated equipment.