Our client, a full-service, legacy, multi-site, automotive components design/manufacturer located in Oshawa, ON is seeking a seasoned Engineering Electrical Controls Specilalist to its Oshawa, ON team.
The Job:
- Support daily manufacturing operations by troubleshooting and resolving electrical and automation issues on production equipment.
- Design, modify, and improve electrical control systems for automated manufacturing lines, robotics, conveyors, weld cells, and assembly equipment.
- Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, and industrial networks.
- Support robotic systems and automated equipment used in automotive production processes.
- Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and technical documentation.
- Lead root cause analysis activities for equipment failures, recurring downtime, and quality concerns.
- Work collaboratively with unionized skilled trades and maintenance teams to implement corrective actions and equipment improvements.
- Ensure compliance with all plant safety procedures, electrical codes, lockout/tagout requirements, and automotive industry standards.
- Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
- Support launch activities for new equipment, tooling, model changes, and production line upgrades.
- Assist with capital projects including equipment specification, installation, commissioning, and validation.
- Monitor equipment performance metrics and recommend continuous improvement opportunities related to safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
- Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance personnel and production teams Personnel, Policies & Procedures
- Create detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical
- Ensure designs meet applicable electrical and safety standards (CSA, UL, NFPA 79, ISO 1210
- Design physical layout drawings for enclosures, subpanels, and components.
- Research, select, and specify appropriate components (breakers, contactors, VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, power supplies) based on electrical load, functionality, and environmental requirements.
Requirements:
- The ideal candidate brings strong experience in industrial automation, including Robotic controls, control panel design, wiring practices, and electrical safety compliance
- Experience working on complex, multi-disciplinary automation systems is essential
- This is a technically demanding, hands-on role suited to someone who takes full ownership of their work and who thrives utilizing complex systems
- Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail & troubleshooting abilities
- 3–7 years’ experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments
- Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
- Experience with robotics, automated assembly equipment, and industrial communication networks
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical drawings
- Knowledge of CSA, ESA, NFPA, and industrial electrical safety standards
- Experience working within a unionized manufacturing environment
- Strong communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment
- This job has been posted due to a current or upcoming vacancy within our client company.
- In accordance with the Employment Standards Act’s (ESA) transparency requirements, Shadrach Consulting will provide only a status update to those candidates who are formally interviewed by us or by our client within 45 days of the date of the last interview.
We are proud to support the full inclusion of persons with disabilities as set out in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are committed to ensuring the workplace is free from discrimination. During our hiring process, we will notify job applicants that accommodations are available upon request. If a selected job applicant requests accommodation, we will consult with the individual and provide or arrange for the appropriate accommodation taking into account the applicant’s disability-related needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- automotive manufacturing : 3 years (preferred)
- programming and troubleshooting ABB & Fanuc PLCs: 3 years (required)
- controls in industrial manufacturing: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
