Automation Software Engineer (PLC)

ASCENTIAL MEDICAL & LIFE SCIENCES (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automation solutions provider in Alberta is seeking a Software Developer to design and support automation systems. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and 2 to 3 years of experience in PLC and HMI programming. Responsibilities include managing technical documentation, supporting system testing, and collaborating with clients to meet specifications. This position offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years relevant experience in control systems design.
• Exposure to various industries in industrial automation.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PLC and HMI software for automation systems.
• Participate in design reviews to evaluate specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and support to teams and customers.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Technical documentation

System integration

Education

Degree/Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Allan-Bradley

Siemens

Beckhoff

Omron

Job description

Design, document and support the development of software for high precision and speed automation equipment including instrumentation, machine vision, robotics and mechanical drive systems. This role combines traditional PLC-based control with modern software development practices to deliver integrated automation solutions.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement PLC and HMI software to interface with automation systems.
• Participate in design reviews to evaluate specifications, drawings and concepts ensuring alignment with project requirements.
• Collaborate with customer representatives to clarify system specifications and ensure requirements are met.
• Support the testing, debugging and customer acceptance phases of automation projects.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including reports, manuals and supporting documents.
• Provide technical guidance to internal teams and customers on control logic and software integration.
• Provide technical support and training to internal teams and customers.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Degree/Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or any equivalent degree in a related technical field.
• 2 to 3 years relevant experience in control systems design, preferably in the industrial automation or related field with exposure across various industries.
• Knowledge of PLC and HMI programming, preferably with experience working with Allan-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff and Omron PLCs.
• Knowledge of broad electrical and electronic principles.
• Experience in the complex System Integration industry will be well regarded.

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