Technician, Controls

Magna International; Penetanguishene; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive technology company seeks an Automation Technician to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. This role involves programming and maintaining PLCs and robots, ensuring seamless operations in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you have a degree in engineering and hands-on PLC experience, join our global team!

Benefits

Competitive extended health benefits

Profit Sharing Plan

Education Reimbursement Program

Three paid personal days

Fitness membership discounts

Team appreciation lunches and events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on automotive experience with Rockwell Automation PLCs.
• 309A/442A electrical license would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify PLC programs to optimize performance.
• Program and maintain vision systems and robots for automation.
• Test and troubleshoot industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet).

Skills

Programming with Studio 5000 / RSLogix 500

PLC programming

Troubleshooting industrial networks

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or Diploma in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or related field

Job description

What We Offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities:

• Proficiency in programming with Studio 5000 / RSLogix 500 for ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams.
• Ability to create and modify PLC programs to optimize system performance or accommodate process changes.
• Knowledge of FactoryTalk View Studio for developing and maintaining HMI (Human Machine Interface).
• Experience with Panelbuilder32 and other HMI platforms for creating user-friendly operator interfaces.
• Knowledge of safety PLCs (e.g., GuardLogix, PILZ) and safety relay systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley Guardmaster, ABB Vital).
• Program and maintain vision systems and other peripheral devices, ensuring accurate data collection, image processing, and communication with PLC and HMI.
• Program, configure, and integrate MOTOMAN and Fanuc robots into automated systems, ensuring seamless communication between robots and PLCs for tasks such as material handling, welding, and assembly.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements in PLC logic and control strategies to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
• Proficiency in testing and troubleshooting industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, DF1), including diagnosing connection issues between PLCs, HMIs, and field devices.
• Use of diagnostic tools such as Rockwell’s RSLinx, RSNetWorx, and Logix Designer to identify communication faults, device failures, or network issues.
• Expertise in backup and restore procedures for PLCs, HMI projects, and industrial networks to ensure rapid recovery after failures
  
  

What We Offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Site Benefits

• A great work experience with a diverse and dedicated workforce
• A strong focus on safety and health and wellness (fitness membership discounts)
• Three (3) paid personal days
• Competitive extended health benefits
• Group RRSP matching program
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Team appreciation lunches and events
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Continuous Improvement and Development Culture
  
  

General Points

• Ensure that all environmental requirements are identified and addressed when performing duties.
• Ensure that all safety requirements are being carried out when performing duties.
• Comply with defined Business Management and Environmental Management Systems requirements.
• Provide support for the continuous improvement initiatives within Techform.
• Provide support in the attainment of Techform's operating system goals as outlined by the key graphs.
• Carry out all duties focusing on the goal of internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor or designate.
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

• Solves Issues
• Attends to Details/Organizes Work
• Mathematical Aptitude
• Works with Minimal Supervision
• Multi-Tasks
• Goal/Task Oriented
• Dependable
• Troubleshoots Problems
  
  

Your Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on automotive experience with Rockwell Automation PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix, and SLC 500 series).
• 309A/442A electrical license would be definite asset.
• Attention to detail is key as position involves work on equipment which is not easily replaced.
• As general direction is provided, must have the ability to work independently
  
  

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request. Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check and, if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting