JNE Consulting is a progressive, multi-disciplinary engineering services firm based in Hamilton, ON with offices in Pittsburgh, PA, Merrillville, IN, and Detroit, MI. Our experienced and specialized teams work globally with a diverse client base — from project concept and engineering to construction and project management services.

Join a dynamic, growing team of professional engineers and designers executing innovative projects, offering you the opportunity to develop your career.

What JNE Can Offer

Commitment to individual safety

Possible Hybrid work

Dental care

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Paid time off

RRSP match

Vision care An exciting opportunity is available for an PLC Programmer to join our Automation Team working out of our Hamilton, ON office.

The successful candidate will provide technical and project leadership in the areas of Control Systems, Instrumentation, and Safety Instrumented Systems. Working as part of a multi-discipline team, they will be responsible for control system design, programming, equipment specification, drawing development and review, and project execution from design through installation, commissioning, and start-up. The role will also provide engineering oversight and support to ensure control system designs meet applicable specifications, standards, legislation, and plant requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop and configure PLC programs and other automation devices, including HMIs, drives, switches, and analyzers, in accordance with design documents and functional descriptions

Develop control system panel designs and drawings using AutoCAD

Apply approved specifications and standards to produce complete control system drawing packages

Review and stamp control system drawings in accordance with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) requirements as an Ontario-licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Lead the installation, commissioning, start-up,



and troubleshooting of control systems

Specify equipment and perform control system, instrumentation, and safety system design

Develop specifications and standards in accordance with applicable legislation, industry standards, and plant requirements

Deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget

Coordinate projects and execute designs with minimal guidance in a multi-discipline environment

Assess emerging technologies and provide recommendations to peers and customers

Job Requirements

Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, and presentation skills

Expert level knowledge and understanding of Control Systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA, HMI, drives), Instrumentation/Combustion, and Safety Systems

Expert level programming and software development skills with multiple PLCs, including Rockwell and Siemens

Knowledge of combustion safety systems

Solid understanding of electrical theory

Knowledge of regulatory codes, standards, and specifications

Strong analysis and problem-solving skills

Advanced skills in instrumentation design

Must possess a valid driver’s license

Qualifications and Education Requirements

10+ years related industry experience

Related University/College degree/diploma required

Ontario P. Eng. license required

Strong Assets

Design and commissioning experience with variable speed AC and DC drives

Advanced knowledge of industrial networking and Operational Technology (OT) including security

SQL database experience

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JNE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact our HR team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 PLC Programmer (Canada)
🏢 JNE Consulting
📍 Canada