Join Our Team as a Jr. PLC Specialist at Johnson Electric! Location: Stratford, ON (onsite) Salary Range: $62,000-$65,000 annually Vacancy Type: Existing Position Schedule: Straight Afternoon, Straight Night & Continental Night Shifts
Why You’ll Love Working Here: Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through training programs and workshops.
Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and knowledge sharing are encouraged.
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages and comprehensive benefits that reward your hard work and dedication.
What You’ll Be Doing: Design, develop, and implement industrial control systems for manufacturing equipment
Program and troubleshoot PLC systems including Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Omron platforms
Develop and maintain HMI applications and operator interfaces
Program and support servo motion control systems
Program, integrate, and troubleshoot robotic systems including Fanuc, ABB, and KUKA robots
Integrate electrical and automation systems into new and existing manufacturing equipment
Design control panels, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs)
Troubleshoot electrical systems including wiring, fuses, and industrial power distribution systems
Support automation cell improvements and equipment upgrades
Train and support maintenance personnel on automation system operation, functionality, and troubleshooting
Mentor licensed electricians in PLC programming and controls troubleshooting techniques
Participate in continuous improvement projects related to automation, controls, and robotics
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality requirements
What We’re Looking For: University Degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant College Diploma




Minimum 2 years of experience with industrial controls and robotics in a manufacturing environment
Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering and maintenance teams
Ability to lead and support automation projects when required
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Robust communication and interpersonal abilities
High level of integrity, accountability, and results orientation
Technical Skills Required: Strong knowledge of Studio 5000, RSLogix, TIA Portal, STEP 7, and Starter software
PLC programming experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Omron systems
HMI programming experience
Servo system programming and integration
Industrial robotics programming and troubleshooting
Electrical control system design and implementation
AutoCAD proficiency
Strong Microsoft Office skills
Bonus Points If You Have: Experience programming Cognex, Keyence, or IRVision camera systems
Lean Six Sigma training or certification
Continuous Improvement project experience
Advanced robotic integration experience
Experience supporting high-volume automotive manufacturing operations
What We Offer: Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset, our people, can flourish. Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.



Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. In accordance with applicable legislation, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment process. Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
About Johnson Electric Group The Johnson Electric Group is a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components. It serves a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, Lawn & Garden Equipment, Warehouse Automation, Liquid Cooling and Robotic joints. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 30,000 individuals in over 20 countries worldwide. Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Stock Code: 179). For more information, visit johnsonelectric.com.
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📌 Jr. PLC Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 Johnson Electric
📍 Ontario