Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled PLC & Robotics Programmer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering and robotics, with expertise in programming and the ability to read and interpret schematics. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining automated systems to enhance operational efficiency and productivity within our manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

- Support designing, installation and testing of an assigned product test environment.
- Design and develop robotic automation software for industrial and manufacturing applications.
- Work with hardware, electrical, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless system integration.
- Integrate software with PLCs, sensors, actuators, and industrial robots.
- Develop algorithms for calibration, path planning, object detection, and collision avoidance.
- Test, validate, and improve robotic systems with manufacturing teams.
- Participate in code reviews and promote engineering best practices.
- Work with different plants to overcome production problems and improve safety systems
- Update existing legacy technologies to current standards
- Programming automation and controls systems and improving existing PLC programs including servo drives and A/C drives
- Electrical project management including scheduling, financial, and management of contractors work




- Designing, test, commission, start up, recondition & work with current equipment configurations & to Engineer new technologies.
- Labor-hour estimation, work planning, scheduling, coordination, and reporting
- Act as corporate resource for automation systems development and implementation
- Prepare and review technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and safety regulations.
- Collaborate with project teams to define requirements and deliver optimal solutions.
- Conduct testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of electrical systems.

Experience

- Electrical Engineering Technology diploma - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
- FANUC PalletPRO
- 5 years' related work experience
- Proficient in Allen Bradley, Siemens, Schneider PLC etc. and HMI programming.
- Knowledge of Ethernet networks and network communication standards.
- Computer skills – AutoCAD, MS Project, Excel, Word, etc.
- Excellent English verbal and written skills.
- Some travel to various sites in North America will be required

Join us as we innovate the future of automation!

Job Types: Full time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Extended health care

Work Location: In person

📌 PLC & Robotics Programmer (Ancaster)
🏢 Unitech Controls
📍 Ancaster