Robot/PLC Programmer/Service Technician

TI Automotive; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Toronto is seeking an Electrical Technician to commission and service custom plastic finishing and assembly equipment. The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical engineering and experience with PLC programming. This role involves managing service calls, training employees, and preparing schematics using AutoCAD. A competitive compensation package and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

PTO Package

Employee Group Benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Social events throughout the year

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years electrical experience in manufacturing environment.
• In possession of basic tools required to complete assigned tasks.
• Must be capable of traveling out of country.

Responsibilities

• Manage service calls and perform on-site services.
• Train and mentor employees.
• Provide support on PLC programming and equipment start-up.
• Prepare schematics using AutoCAD software.
• Facilitate installation of sensors and electrical equipment.

Skills

Ability to interpret electrical schematics

Familiarity with PLCs

Electrical experience in manufacturing

Basic tools for assigned tasks

Valid driver’s license

Ability to travel out of country

Education

Technologist, Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Electrician license

Tools

AutoCAD

Siemens PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

Job description

ABC Technologies is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of custom, highly engineered, technical plastics and light‑weight innovations to the North American light vehicle industry. Serving more than 25 major original equipment manufacturer customers in 7 countries, the company is Molding The Future and is strategically placed to offer vertically integrated product and process solutions through a skilled workforce of over 11,000 team members. Additional information about the company can be found at www.abctechnologies.com.

Job Summary

To electrically and mechanically commission/service custom plastic finishing and assembly equipment throughout ABC Technologies which includes both local and out‑of‑country locations. To assist in the start‑up, testing and troubleshooting of new, existing and rebuilt equipment/machines. Participate in whole or in part in the manufacturing of finishing fixtures/automation cells and related components to within tolerances and specifications as directed by technical drawings and documents, supervision, personal skill and experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Receive and manage service calls
• Perform on‑site services required at customer locations including start‑up
• Train and mentor employees
• Develop standard and best practices
• Provide support on PLC programming and equipment start‑up to manufacturing team
• Schedule service calls
• Write operational manuals
• Follow ABC Technologies policies, employment standards, occupation health and safety act
• Work independently for modification and implementation of current PLC Programs
• Facilitate wiring and building of electrical PLC panels
• Facilitate installation of all sensors and electrical equipment and wiring to PLC
• Prepare schematics for electrical and pneumatic circuits using AutoCAD software and finalize documentation packages
• Select all required pneumatic and electrical components
• Servo and PLC programming, well versed working on Siemens & Allen Bradley
• Servo Controls design and Vision System
• Robot Programming

Job Qualifications

• Technologist, or Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrician license and/or 3 to 5 years electrical experience in manufacturing environment
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics
• Familiarity with PLCs and some hydraulics and pneumatics
• In possession of the basic tools required to complete assigned tasks
• In possession of vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Must be capable of traveling out of country

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Competitive PTO Package
• Employee Group Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (TELUS Health)
• RRSP/DPSP Company Match
• Educational Assistance Program
• Perkopolis Program
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Social events throughout the year
• Internal job opportunities