Electrical Automation Specialist

Lassonde; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits and pension

Employee training and development

Gym/Physical activity reimbursement

Safety footwear allowance

Paid travel for site work

Job summary

Lassonde is seeking an Electrical Automation Specialist to lead the design, programming and optimization of PLC/robotics within our Ontario and Western Canada facilities. You will champion automation standards, improve equipment reliability and support capital projects from concept through commissioning.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial automation, strong expertise with Allen-Bradley and HMI/SCADA, and a licence as a strong asset.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Industrial Electrician licence (309A or 442A) is a strong asset.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation.
• 3+ years in food & beverage manufacturing is an asset.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA, networking and instrumentation.
• Ability to read/modify electrical drawings.
• Proven commissioning/optimisation of automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, optimize and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, VFD, servo systems for reliability.
• Lead capital projects from concept to commissioning and start-up.
• Drive root-cause investigations to resolve production issues.
• Improve OEE, energy efficiency and process performance.
• Maintain programming standards and documentation.
• Coordinate ESA inspections and ensure compliance.
• Travel regularly to Ontario and Western Canada for project leadership.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Analytical Problem Solving

Continuous Improvement

Collaboration and Influence

Adaptability & Resilience

Accountability

Integrity and Respect

Provide advanced troubleshooting

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

The Electrical Automation Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance and continuous improvement of manufacturing automation systems across multiple production facilities. This role provides advanced technical expertise in industrial controls, robotics, electrical systems and automation technologies while supporting projects from concept through commissioning.

Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and external partners, the Electrical Automation Specialist drives initiatives that improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, enhance operational efficiency and promote standardization across the organization. The position requires travel to manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Western Canada and the flexibility to provide support outside regular working hours when business needs require it.

Job advantages

WHY JOIN LASSONDE?

• Opportunity to support multiple manufacturing facilities, influence automation standards and work with a diverse range of industrial technologies.
• Exposure to strategic automation and capital investment projects.
• Ability to have a direct impact on safety, reliability and operational performance.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation, continuous improvement and operational excellence. Technical Leadership

What We Can Offer As An Employer Of Choice

• Great work environment that truly appreciates and values their employees
• Competitive compensation package (including group benefits and pension plan)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for development and career growth
• Employee recognition and social events
• Gym/Physical Activity Reimbursement Program
• Safety Footwear Allowance and much more…

Key activities

• Design, program, optimize and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, VFD, servo motion and industrial communication systems to maximize equipment performance and reliability.
• Participate in capital projects from concept development through commissioning and production start-up.
• Lead root-cause investigations and resolve complex electrical and automation issues affecting production performance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve OEE, equipment reliability, energy efficiency and process performance.
• Establish and maintain programming standards, reusable software libraries and automation best practices.
• Update electrical drawings, PLC backups and technical documentation.
• Coordinate Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) inspections and ensure accurate documentation and record retention.
• Design and review control panels and field installations in compliance with applicable electrical codes.
• Perform calibrations on various equipment;
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives to maximize equipment uptime.
• Maintain expertise in emerging automation technologies through continuous professional development.
• Develop and deliver technical training programs for maintenance and operations teams.
• Champion electrical safety, LOTO compliance and safe work practices while promoting a proactive safety culture across all supported facilities.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting support for electrical, instrumentation and automation issues impacting production.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations and external vendors.
• Travel regularly throughout Ontario and Western Canada to provide project leadership, technical expertise and commissioning support.
• Contribute to other technical and operational initiatives aligned with business needs.

Required Training And Experience

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation or equivalent.
• Industrial Electrician (309A or 442A) licence is considered a strong asset.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience within a food and beverage manufacturing environment is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated expertise in industrial automation platforms including Allen-Bradley PLC systems; Siemens experience is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA, industrial networking and instrumentation.
• Ability to read and modify electrical drawings.
• Proven experience commissioning and optimizing automated manufacturing systems.

Skills sought

• Technical Leadership
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Customer Service Orientation
• Collaboration and Influence
• Adaptability & Resilience
• Accountability
• Integrity and Respect.

Lassonde, all in good taste!

Working at Lassonde is about being involved, giving meaning to your work and doing things right. And that’s because Lassonde takes care of its people. Choosing Lassonde means joining a century-old company founded in Quebec that embodies strong values such as respect and integrity. It also means finding a family spirit at the heart of a North American company, thriving alongside dedicated people and being proud of the tasty, quality products that we offer our clients and consumers. At Lassonde, anything is possible.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our company. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted, however, we will retain all resumes on file for future opportunities.

“We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Please advise us if you require accommodation and we will be happy to work with you to meet your needs”.

Work location

Toronto, Etobicoke, Ontario

Published date

July 23, 2026

Type of position

Permanent

Schedule Type

Full-time

Starting salary

SALARY RANGE: $85,000 - $115,000/year

Schedule

Morning shift , Monday to friday