Mpac Langen Americas is looking for a Senior Controls Designer to play a pivotal role in the design, debugging, and delivery of cutting‑edge 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 on‑site
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 setting 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.
Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career.