Senior Controls Designer

Mpac Group

Mississauga

On-site

CAD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A global automation company in Mississauga is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead machine debugging and programming activities. The role involves close collaboration with project teams to ensure efficient machine installation and compliance with specifications. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and proven experience in industrial automation. This position requires travel for on-site support of machine installations. Join the team to contribute to innovative packaging solutions for various industries.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in electrical automation and industrial machinery.
  • Experience with packaging machinery or high-speed automation is a strong asset.
  • Solid working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical.

Responsibilities

  • Lead software programming and electrical debugging activities for machinery.
  • Debug and test machines to ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Travel to customer sites for electrical debugging support.

Skills

Electrical automation
Machine debugging
PLC programming
AutoCAD Electrical
Collaboration

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Mississauga, Ontario | Fulltime | Travel required

Shape the Future of Automated Packaging

Mpac Langen Americas is looking for a Senior Controls Engineer to play a pivotal role in the design, debugging, and delivery of cuttingedge automated packaging machinery. If you thrive in a hands‑on technical leadership role and enjoy seeing complex machines come to life, from shop floor debugging to customer commissioning, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

As a senior technical lead, you'll work closely with Project Managers and Operations teams to ensure machines are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification, supporting projects from build through Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and customer installation.

What You'll Be Doing
Technical Leadership & Machine Debugging
  • Lead software programming and electrical debugging activities for Mpac Langen machinery
  • Prepare machines for debugging and FAT by powering up, verifying I/O wiring, and validating electrical circuits
  • Debug and test machines to ensure full compliance with project specifications
Programming & Control Systems
  • Load and modify PLC programs and perform programming on standard components
  • Set up servos, VFDs, and other motion/control devices
  • Develop offline programs for machines or specific machine functions
  • Prepare ladder logic design patches during installation and commissioning phases
Collaboration & Support
  • Work closely with wiring teams to resolve electrical issues and approve machines for debugging
  • Provide programming support during customer FATs
  • Support installation technicians during commissioning of new machines
  • Travel to customer sites to provide electrical debugging support during machine installation
Documentation & Compliance
  • Update and mark up electrical schematics as required
  • Ensure adherence to internal work instructions and safety standards
  • Follow all company and customer safety rules on the shop floor and onsite
What You'll Bring
  • BSc or equivalent technical education in Electrical Engineering
  • Proven experience in electrical automation and industrial machinery
  • Experience with packaging machinery or high‑speed automation is a strong asset
  • Solid working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical
  • Strong understanding of Ontario safety standards, including:
  • Control Reliable Design
  • PSR legislation
  • A hands‑on, solutions‑driven mindset with strong collaboration skills
Why Mpac?

Mpac designs and manufactures advanced automated packaging solutions for leading global brands across Healthcare, Food & Beverage, and Pharmaceutical markets. As part of the global Mpac Group, we operate across North America and Europe, with sales and service offices in Asia, giving our teams exposure to world‑class customers and international projects.

At Mpac, you'll be part of a collaborative engineering environment where innovation, safety, and technical excellence are at the core of everything we do.

Ready to make your mark on high‑performance automation?

Join Mpac Langen Americas and help deliver the next generation of packaging technology.

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