Automation Engineer

Enginuity Inc; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Flexible hours

Health & dental benefits

Company-paid EAP

Professional development

Team events

Snacks & office perks

Casual, collaborative culture

Job summary

Enginuity is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced automation and robotic systems for harsh marine, food processing, and defense environments. You will integrate PLC, vision, and robots with custom machinery or client systems under the guidance of the Automation and Robotics Manager.

The role emphasizes ownership of industrial automation projects, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and delivering market-ready technology solutions in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in industrial automation design, integration, or commissioning.
• Proficiency in PLC programming using structured text, ladder logic, and function block.
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP, MODBUS TCP, MQTT, and OPC UA protocols.
• P.Eng. eligibility with Engineers Nova Scotia is a plus.
• Ability to obtain Controlled Goods and Reliability security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and integrate automation equipment including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robots, vision systems, and networks.
• Develop PLC, HMI, robot, and drive software per internal standards.
• Create electrical schematics and control panel designs for senior review.
• Perform system calculations and validate throughput, cycle time, and reliability.
• Participate in FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and system issues during build and operation.
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, software, and project teams.
• Support procurement via vendor evaluations and BOM development.
• Prepare technical documentation and commissioning reports.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal standards and tools.

Skills

Industrial automation

PLC programming

Industrial protocols

Security clearance

Robotics & vision (assets)

SCADA Ignition (asset)

Pneumatic & hydraulic systems

Client-facing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/ mechanical engineering

Tools

Ignition

Job description

WHO IS ENGINUITY?

Early application is encouraged, as this posting will remain open until filled.

Enginuity is not your typical engineering firm. We are a team of creative problem-solvers, engineers, and designers dedicated to "Engineering Your Success." From automation and product development to complex mechanical design and project management, we help our clients navigate their toughest technical challenges. We operate at the intersection of innovation and execution, and we are looking for a leader to help us scale our impact. Enginuity is a rapidly growing and diverse team providing broad-based experience in oceans-tech, energy, medical, industrial automation and controls, electronics/embedded systems, and consumer products. If successful, you will be exposed to rare, cutting-edge design opportunities across multiple industries and projects. You will have the opportunity to work with seasoned experts as well as new professionals, making their mark in a creative, professional, and fun environment— extremely unique in our region. You won’t find us stacked up in cubes or designing by committee. What you will find, is a small but mighty team of engineering, design, technology, research, and strategy experts tackling complex technical problems with fit-for-purpose solutions. We are currently Atlantic Canada’s leader in innovation and design, and we need YOUR help driving our mission to be Canada’s most impactful engineering and design group. Are you our missing link?

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Reporting to the Automation and Robotics Manager, your role as Automation Engineer will provide excellence in delivering solutions to technical challenges brought by clients and internal projects. The position is responsible to develop industry leading, market-ready technology solutions. The role centers on leading the design and development of advanced automation and robotic systems, particularly for use in harsh marine, food procession and defense environments. Core responsibilities include integrating PLC, Vision and industrial robots with custom machines or client systems.

The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Design, specify, and integrate automation equipment including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, robots, vision systems, and industrial networks.
• Develop PLC, HMI, robot, and drive software in accordance with internal standards and project requirements.
• Create electrical schematics and control panel designs with senior-level review and approval.
• Perform system calculations and performance validation for throughput, cycle time, and reliability.
• Participate in FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and system-level issues during build and operation.
• Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, software, and project teams.
• Support procurement through technical vendor evaluations and bill of materials development.
• Prepare technical documentation including procedures, test plans, and commissioning reports.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal standards, tools, and best practices.

THE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering discipline; or an electrical engineering technology diploma with relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial automation design, integration, or commissioning.
• Working knowledge of PLC programming using structured text, ladder logic, and function block.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, MODBUS TCP, MQTT, and OPC UA.
• Registered or eligible to register as a P.Eng. with Engineers Nova Scotia is an asset.
• Eligible to obtain Controlled Goods and Reliability security clearance.

Demonstrated capability in any of the following is considered a strong asset:

• Experience with SCADA platforms such as Ignition.
• Hands-on experience with industrial robots and machine vision systems.
• Experience integrating automation systems with higher-level software or databases.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Experience in client-facing or customer-support roles.
• Exposure to machine safety standards, risk assessments, and safeguarding per CSA and ISO.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• To remain nimble and responsive to a fast-paced and competitive industry
• An affinity for problem solving
• Insatiable curiosity
• An openness to wear many hats
• To adopt and contribute to Inclusive Design Methods
• To embrace teamwork with a positive mindset

WHERE YOU WILL BE WORKING:

Our office is located in the heart of Spryfield, but more specifically, at 264 Herring Cove Road in Suite #100. If you know the Spryfield area – we are right across the street from Sobeys, close to the ever-increasing options for interesting lunches, and right next to beautiful lakes, forests, and trails.

HOURS OF OPERATION:

To the public, we answer questions and attend meetings between 9am -5pm. Our corporate culture values work/life balance and are proud to offer staff the ability to alter their start and end times of their workday. We recognize that not all individuals work most productively during a 9am-5pm schedule, therefore, we are happy to accommodate to your most productive working hours. As long as you complete your 8 hours of work and attend scheduled meetings - we support your altered workday! We also have several remote desk options within the Innovation Ecosystem (Dalhousie ideaHUB, C.O.V.E., ThePIER, Ignite Labs).

OUR COMPANY VALUES:

A collaborative, encouraging and unbelievably friendly environment is the core of everything we do here. Since our inception, we have created and maintained a strong corporate culture that:

• Continues to build a positive “family-like” spirit - yep, cliché but true ;-)
• Leads with sensitive, thoughtful, and inclusive language.
• Is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff to thrive in.
• Believes that every member on our team enriches our diversity by encouraging us to alternate perspectives of the world around us.
• Embraces and drives change.
• Encourages adventurous, creative, and open-minded traits.
• Builds open and honest relationships with all levels of staff.
• Pursues growth and learning.
• Creates a fun environment with a pinch of quirkiness.

EXTRA PERKS OF WORKING AT ENGINUITY:

• An office environment that promotes collaboration, conversations, and teamwork.
• Cool company swag that you will actually want to wear.
• Flexible schedules to encourage a healthy work/life balance.
• Co-pay health and dental benefits.
• Company paid employee assistance program.
• Quarterly company events (and a few smaller ones in between).
• Profit share bonus structure.
• Company supported personal and professional development activities.
• Communal snacks.
• Ping pong (and other) tournaments.
• Occasional visits from the sweetest dogs.

We appreciate all applications, unfortunately due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide status updates. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Enginuity is a proud supporter of diversity, equity and inclusion and we strongly encourage applications from all candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Questions about the role, or need accommodations during the hiring process? Reach out to [e-mail] and we'll be glad to help.