Mississauga Automation Project Lead (PLCs & Robotics)

100613 FPS-Services; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Electric is seeking an Automation Project Specialist for an onsite role in Mississauga. You will program, troubleshoot, and commission PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion systems while supporting design, startup, and commissioning of automation equipment.

You will collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams, configure industrial networks, and develop LabVIEW programs to drive continuous improvement and performance enhancements in a global manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an automation or controls environment.
• Expert knowledge of PLC programming (Omron NJ, Allen Bradley).
• Experience with robot programming (Fanuc, Yaskawa, KUKA).
• Strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with industrial controls, automation systems, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Program, debug, and commission PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion systems
• Troubleshoot and optimize robotic cells, including vision and force monitoring systems
• Support design, build, and startup of automation equipment and assembly lines
• Modify existing production equipment and develop new automation solutions
• Configure industrial communication networks (Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, etc.)
• Develop or modify LabVIEW-based programs for automation systems
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams during design and implementation
• Support equipment commissioning at customer sites and provide technical support
• Prepare technical documentation including manuals, setup procedures, and schematics
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance

Skills

PLC programming

Robot programming

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Education

Engineering Technology degree

Tools

LabVIEW

EPLAN

Job description

Johnson Electric is seeking an Automation Project Specialist for an onsite role in Mississauga. You will program, troubleshoot, and commission PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion systems while supporting design, startup, and commissioning of automation equipment.

You will collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams, configure industrial networks, and develop LabVIEW programs to drive continuous improvement and performance enhancements in a global manufacturing environment.