Location: Mississauga, Ontario | Onsite Salary Range: $80,000–$95,000 CAD annually Shift: Straight Day Shift Vacancy Type: Existing Position
Join Our Team as an Automation Controls Specialist at Johnson Electric! As our next Automation Controls Specialist, you'll program, commission, troubleshoot, and support advanced automation equipment used in manufacturing environments.

You'll work hands‑on with PLCs, robotics, motion systems, industrial controls, and automated assembly equipment, supporting projects from machine build and startup through production support and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent prospect for an experienced automation professional who enjoys solving technical problems, working hands‑on with equipment, and taking ownership of automation systems in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Why You'll Love Working Here Employee Empowerment: A culture that encourages employees to take initiative and make an impact.

Diverse Projects: Work on automation projects across different applications and industries.

Growth & Development: Opportunities to expand your technical expertise and grow professionally.

Global Opportunities: Be part of an international organization with opportunities for broader career development.

Values-Driven Culture: Work with colleagues committed to integrity, innovation, and collaboration.

What You'll Be Doing Program, debug, and commission PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and motion systems
Troubleshoot and optimize robotic cells, including vision and force-monitoring systems
Support the design, build, startup, and commissioning of automated manufacturing equipment and assembly lines
Modify existing production equipment and develop new automation solutions
Configure industrial communication networks, including Ether

Net/IP and EtherCAT




Develop or modify LabVIEW-based automation programs
Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams during equipment design and implementation
Support equipment commissioning and technical troubleshooting at customer sites
Prepare technical documentation, setup procedures, manuals, and schematics
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and performance
What We're Looking For Technical diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Automation, Controls, Mechatronics, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
3+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial automation, controls, machine build, commissioning, or a related manufacturing environment
Strong PLC programming experience, particularly with Omron NJ and/or Allen-Bradley
Robot programming experience with FANUC, Yaskawa, and/or KUKA
Strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot, program, commission, and support automated manufacturing equipment
Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to train at our Ancaster facility for the first two months, followed by being based at our Mississauga location
Nice to Have SQL/database knowledge
Experience with electrical design tools such as EPLAN
Automotive manufacturing experience
Experience working within IATF 16949 and/or ISO 9001 environments




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 you 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 the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 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 any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.

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.

📌 Automation Controls Specialist (Canada)
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