Senior Automation Engineer

Socomec Sas; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Socomec North America seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to join the Energy Storage Systems R&D team. You will design automation architectures, develop control logic, and support product certification for grid-scale storage and microgrid solutions across North America.

The role emphasizes PLC/SCADA programming, integration and testing of PCS/BMS, and collaboration with electrical, software, mechanical, and certification teams to deliver safe, compliant energy products.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in industrial automation, power systems, or energy storage projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation Engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, industrial communications, and SCADA.
• Experience with Modbus, CAN, IEC 61850, DNP3, or other utility/industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with HIL simulation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally within North America and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automation and control solutions for ESS and microgrid projects.
• Configure and validate PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and site controllers.
• Support integration of PCS, BMS, protection systems, meters and third-party equipment.
• Develop test procedures and execute factory and field validation.
• Troubleshoot complex control and communication issues during development and commissioning.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, mechanical, and certification teams to deliver compliant and reliable products.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineering

Tools

Modbus

CAN

IEC 61850

DNP3

HIL simulation

Job description

Socomec Group (Socomec) is a global leader in electrical equipment engineering and manufacturing, specialized in low voltage energy performance.
Socomec North America (NAM) is Socomec’s organization overseeing all operations in North America.

About This Role

Socomec is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join our Energy Storage Systems (ESS) R&D team. This role will focus on the development, integration, testing, and commissioning of advanced battery energy storage and microgrid control solutions for the North American market. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing automation architectures, developing control logic, supporting product certification activities, and working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to bring innovative energy solutions to market.

Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Design and develop automation and control solutions for battery energy storage systems and microgrid applications.
• Configure and validate PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, communication networks, and site controllers.
• Support integration of PCS, BMS, protection systems, power meters, and third-party equipment.
• Develop test procedures and execute factory and field validation activities.
• Troubleshoot complex control and communication issues during development and commissioning.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, mechanical, and certification teams to deliver compliant and reliable products.

Essential Qualifications, Experience, And Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial automation, power systems, renewable energy, microgrids, or energy storage applications.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, industrial communications, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with Modbus, CAN, IEC 61850, DNP3, or other utility/industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with HIL simulation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally within North America and internationally.

Compensation: $120,000 to $150,000 CAD

Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

All applications are reviewed directly by the Socomec North America Talent Acquisition team and other human reviewers. No automated or AI-based systems are used to make decisions in the application review process.

We thank all those who apply. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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