LAPORTE
is a consulting engineering firm offering a high value-added engineering services to pharmaceutical, agri-food, industrial and industrial biotech factories. The company now has 30 agencies across North America and Europe, and has more than 500 passionate engineering employees.Senior Automation Engineer, London,ON
Responsibilities and Duties:
The candidate will play a key role in project management by ensuring planning, cost and schedule control, as well as the design, programming, and commissioning of automated systemsDefine customer needsDesign automated systems and select equipment (controls, instrumentation, motor controls, control panel design, etc.)Programming PLCs and user interfacesParticipate in system testing and commissioningManage factory automation projects: planning, supervision, change control, and reporting on budget, schedule, and resources, manufacturers, and contractorsPrepare specifications, plans, and estimatesCollaborate with the interdisciplinary project teamFollow up with equipment suppliersBasic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in automated production engineering (APE), electrical engineering, or equivalent.Member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)10-12 years’ experiencein the field of industrial automationKnowledge of Allen Bradley, Rockwell, and Siemens productsExperience in the food and/or pharmaceutical industry (an asset)Occasional visits to clients in the Greater Toronto AreaPreferred Qualifications
Strong leadership, relationship management, organizational planning and project management skills, in addition to technical knowledgeEntrepreneurial mindset and desire for business development.Ability to exercise independent judgment in methods,



techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining resultsAbility to influence clients, suppliers and peers into adopting "best practices" in the engineering fieldExcellent communication skills - verbal, written, listening and interpersonal with the ability to transfer knowledge to othersCapability to engage and energize others to reach their fullest potential and performanceHave flexibility to travel to external manufacturing sites as neededBenefits – What We Have to Offer:
Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;
Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);
Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and qualified growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.G., APEGA, APEGS, EGBC, etc…) covered by the company;
Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, training, cross-department opportunities, etc.;
Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. 1 week of Personal/Sick leave ;
Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
Team-Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops;
Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursementThe LAPORTE team
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📌 Senior Automation Engineer (Winnipeg)
🏢 Laporte L.E.I.
📍 Winnipeg