As a Junior Control Systems Designer, you will assist the senior Control Systems Designers with PLC and HMI programming, as well as create OEM manuals and provide some level of support for our various automation systems. Domestic and international travel is required in this position, as a large percentage of our clients are outside the Vancouver area.

The ideal candidate will need to demonstrate strong technical skills as well as possess positive interpersonal communication skills. Direct contact with clients in the field is commonplace, and the ability to make system modifications while onsite is necessary. The successful applicant will have a genuine interest in learning new concepts in control systems and motion control and applying his/her skills to real production processes. Primary duties in this position will include:

- Programming of PLC’s and HMI’s for automation systems
- Assisting with hardware and software design for automation systems
- Trouble-shooting of mechanical, electrical, and software systems
- Creating OEM manuals for automation systems

Educational Requirements

- Bachelor’s Degree or Technical Degree/Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics/Robotics
- Work experience (e.g. co-op or self-guided) is preferred
- Strong problem solving skills
- Excellent command of English language (written and verbal), fluency in second language is a plus





Technical Requirements

- Knowledge of PLC programming software (e.g. ControlLogix, PLC5, Siemens)
- Knowledge of HMI programming software (e.g. FactoryTalk View, RSView, Wonderware)
- Experience with AutoCAD software and the ability to understand electrical drawings
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
- Windows operating systems

Preferred Technical Experience

- Motion control modules and programming methods
- Ethernet network topology and design decisions
- Electronics and/or basic understanding of electrical principles
- Manufacturing equipment and mechanical system design
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings, blueprints

Soft Skills

- Adept at problem solving and trouble shooting
- Possesses a mechanical aptitude
- Customer service focus including professional and diplomatic
- Detail-oriented but able to grasp the big picture
- Able to work independently as a self-starter, yet also excel in a team on larger projects
- Creative and innovative
- Exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritize a changing workload
- Organized and pro-active with administrative tasks
- Ability to travel globally on a short-term basis

Other Requirements

- All necessary requirements to travel globally on a short-term basis.

📌 Junior Control Systems Designer (Canada)
🏢 MPM Engineering
📍 Canada