Intermediate Automation Specialist

Job title: Intermediate Automation Specialist

Job description: The Job:
A PLC Programmer is tasked with the design, programming and commissioning of automation solutions, as well as troubleshooting, servicing and debugging of software and hardware utilized in automated controls systems.

The Audience:

• Experienced PLC Programmer looking to advance their careers into a management position.
• PLC Programmer with experience in the electrical industry who want to be more hands on with projects, or love interesting and challenging projects.
• PLC Programmers with 3-4 years experience who have reached a ceiling and want a path to further career advancement.

The Perks:

• Diverse and exciting industrial customer base
• Growing company with consistent work
• Continuous training and skills improvement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages plus incentive plan
• Flexible Work Hours
• Overtime opportunity
• 3 weeks starting vacation
• Uniforms provided
• Power tools provided
• Excellent benefit package
• RRSP matching
• Employee Share Ownership Program
• ….and much more

The Responsibilities:

• Prepare functional descriptions of process controls and sequence of operations
• Development and support of PLC and HMI programs for use on industrial equipment
• Application and setup of VFD and multi axis servo control systems
• Integration of specialized hardware and software into manufacturing systems to enhance automation and control with an emphasis on efficiency
• Panel design (AUTOCAD)
• Commission and trouble shoot robotic applications
• Assist customers and/or co-workers with electrical/programming issues
• Assist with specifications for purchase of electrical components
• Respond to emergency service requirements including participating in a weekend coverage schedule with fellow team members
• Provide electrical machine commissioning and/or technical support both on and off-site
• Field installation work requires travel to customer’s facilities

The Requirements :

• A minimum of 5 years “hands on” electrical experience required
• Proficient in industrial machine controls, electrical systems, PLC and HMI programming with a working knowledge of multi axis servo systems
• Able to create CAD drawings for assembly and wiring control panels and instrumentation
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Skill in organization and problem solving
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Understanding of production machine, and machine tool capabilities
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures related to the automation field
• Program Allen-Bradley, Omron and Siemens PLC’s and HMI’s
• Robot Programming and troubleshooting is a plus

The Company:

Spark Power Group Inc., (“Spark Power”) is committed to becoming the Trusted Partner in Power and the leading independent and integrated power solutions provider to the industrial, commercial, institutional, and utility markets across North America. Spark delivers cost-effective, customer-centric solutions that address cost, quality, reliability, and power sustainability to integrate new technologies and help transition our customers to the grid of the future. Learn more at and Like us on social @SparkPowerCorp

Company: Spark Power

Expected salary:

Location: Oakville, ON

Job date: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 22:38:53 GMT