Controls Technician

AV Gauge & Fixture Inc.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Controls Technician to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with engineering, assembly, and electrical teams to ensure automation equipment meets the highest standards of safety and quality. Your expertise in PLC programming and troubleshooting will be essential as you contribute to the design and implementation of innovative solutions. This permanent full-time position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while working on exciting projects that drive efficiency and reliability in automation systems. If you're passionate about technology and eager to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Industrial Automation required.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create PLC programming and support the controls manager.
• Debug machines and support installation at customer sites.

Skills

PLC Programming

Troubleshooting Skills

Electrical Design

Robotic Programming

Education

Degree or Diploma in Industrial Automation

Tools

PLC (AB, Siemens, Omron)

Servo Drives

Sensors

HMI Interfaces

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Summary:
Reporting to the Automation Manager, the incumbent will work closely with the engineering, assembly, electrical and purchasing teams and interface with all facets of the group to meet the quoted timing and budgets set forth by the project manager. Controls Technician will be responsible for supporting the selection of hardware and the design of systems to be used in automation equipment. Controls Technician is expected to work with the team and ensure that the safety, reliability, and quality of the equipment meets or exceeds our customers’ expectations.

Job Terms:
Permanent Full Time

Responsibilities:
• Regularly review with the engineering team to understand machine intent and create the PLC programming.
• Support the controls manager as directed in creating a BOM to source electrical and controls components that meet timelines, find alternatives as needed.
• Ensure created programs meet all required safety guidelines and customer specific requirements.
• Support the commission and debug of machines, working with assembly and engineering teams to solve start-up issues.
• Create fault recovery logic that increases the utility of our product to minimize the downtime and ease of use of machinery.
• Support installation at customer site, as needed.
• Service equipment already in the field.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally for work.

Qualifications:
• Degree or diploma related to Industrial Automation
• Experience with: PLC (AB, Siemens, Omron); Servo drives; Sensors; Ultrasonic welding and punching; HMI interfaces; Robot integration
• Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Understanding of mechanical principals
• An aptitude for troubleshooting and debug skills
• Electrical design experience is an asset
• Robotic programming experience is an asset