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Manufacturing, Industrial Automation, Packaging Machinery

Automation Engineer

Burlington, Ontario, CanadaOnsiteFull TimeCA$80,000–CA$105,000 /yrPosted 2 months ago

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Role summary

JMC Automation is seeking a Controls Engineer to take full technical ownership of industrial automation systems for packaging machinery, from concept through startup. This hands-on role involves designing electrical systems and schematics using AutoCAD Electrical, programming PLC/HMI systems (Omron or Allen-Bradley preferred), and integrating robotic systems (KUKA/FANUC). The engineer will lead machine commissioning, startup, and debugging, troubleshoot systems, and prepare documentation. The ideal candidate has 6-10+ years of experience in industrial automation, strong PLC programming skills, and proven hands-on commissioning experience. This is a project-driven, in-person role with occasional travel.

AUTOMATION CONTROLS ENGINEER

JMC Automation in Packaging – Burlington, ON
Who we are

JMC Automation designs and builds complete end-of-line automation systems—bagging, baling, and robotic palletizing.

We are a hands-on engineering company.
Small team. Real machines. Real customers.

Our engineers don’t sit behind desks.
They design, program, and commission the systems they build.

The role

We are hiring a Controls Engineer to take full technical ownership of automation systems from concept through startup.

You will be expected to take full technical ownership of your projects.

This is not a support role.
You will design it… program it… and bring it to life.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design electrical systems and schematics (AutoCAD Electrical)
  • Program PLC/HMI systems (Omron preferred)
  • Integrate and program robotic systems (KUKA / FANUC)
  • Lead machine commissioning, startup, and debugging
  • Collaborate with mechanical, sales, and build teams
  • Troubleshoot systems in-house and at customer sites
  • Prepare documentation (BOMs, drawings, as-builts)
  • Participate in customer reviews and technical discussions

Required Experience

  • 6 - 10+ years in industrial automation / controls engineering
  • Strong PLC programming experience (Omron and/or Allen-Bradley)
  • Experience designing electrical schematics and panels
  • Hands-on commissioning experience on real equipment
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical and controls systems independently

Preferred (Nice to Have)

  • Experience with KUKA or FANUC robots
  • Servo motion / multi-axis systems
  • Pneumatics and machine control systems
  • Packaging or material handling automation
  • ERP or project-based manufacturing systems

What matters most

  • You can own a project from start to finish
  • You are hands-on—not just theoretical
  • You are comfortable on the floor solving real problems
  • You communicate clearly with both engineers and operators

Additional Details

  • Occasional travel within North America
  • Fast-paced, project-driven environment
  • Direct exposure to customers and real-world applications

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00-$105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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