Chatham Kent, On Industrial & manufacturing engineers Jobs – 7 Openings This Week

Project Manager, Controls and Automation
Dajcor Aluminum Ltd. —Chatham-Kent, ON
- $75,000–$90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Programmable logic controllers
- Project management
- Wellness program
- Dental care
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Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Kingston, ON)
Palmer & Associates Executive Search Firm —Ontario
- $110,000–$130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Manufacturing
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Continuous Improvement Site Lead
Decibel Cannabis Company —Chatham-Kent, ON
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- Dental care
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CNC Programmer & Tooling Specialist
Rulmeca Canada Limited —Chatham-Kent, ON
- From $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Life insurance
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APS Manager
Autoliv Canada —Chatham-Kent, ON
- $125,000–$140,000 a year
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Leadership
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Engineering Manager
Sybridge Technologies —Lakeshore, ON
- $140,000–$180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
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Continuous Improvement Manager
Nature Fresh Farms Inc —Leamington, ON
- $65,000–$100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
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Project Manager, Controls and Automation

Dajcor Aluminum Ltd.
Chatham-Kent, ON

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

Wellness program
Dental care
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision care
Life insurance
On-site parking

Skills

Engineering
Programmable logic controllers
Project management
Bachelor's
Organizational skills
Project implementation
Manufacturing
Robotics
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

The Project Manager, Controls & Automation is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of automation and controls systems while managing capital and operational projects. This role bridges hands-on technical expertise in industrial automation with disciplined project management to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that support business objectives.

The ideal candidate is both technically strong and highly organized, capable of working cross-functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, IT, and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Controls

Lead the design, programming, integration, and troubleshooting of PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, vision systems, and industrial networks.
Standardize controls architecture, programming practices, and documentation.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, safety, and uptime.
Oversee system upgrades, retrofits, and new equipment automation.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to controls technicians and engineering staff.
Ensure compliance with applicable safety, electrical, and regulatory standards.

Project Management

Plan, manage, and execute capital and operational projects from concept through commissioning.
Develop project charters, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
Coordinate internal resources and external vendors, integrators, and OEMs.
Track project progress, control costs, and ensure on-time delivery.
Lead project reviews, post-implementation evaluations, and lessons learned.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Partner with Operations to align automation and project priorities with production goals.
Collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering to ensure long-term system reliability.
Support procurement activities including vendor selection, specifications, and contract oversight.
Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes clearly to leadership.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field) or equivalent experience.
5+ years experience in industrial automation and controls within a manufacturing environment.
3+ years experience managing technical or capital projects.
Experience in automotive, metal forming, or high-volume manufacturing preferred.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of PLC platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
Experience with SCADA systems (Industrial Automation – ignition) is an asset.
Experience with robotics, HMIs, motion control, and industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, ProfiNet, etc.).
Understanding of machine safety standards and electrical design principles.
Ability to review and develop technical specifications and drawings.

Project & Leadership Skills

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
Comfortable balancing hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities.

Key Competencies

Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Effective communicator at all organizational levels
Collaborative, practical, and solution-oriented

Accessibility & Accommodation

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Wellness program

Work Location: In person

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