Electrical, Controls and Automation Developer – Intermediate (L2)
Job Description Summary
Sheridan Automation, a division of Sheridan Electric, is part of a fast-growing organization serving the industrial sector across Ontario. Our diverse client base includes industries such as food and beverage, plastics, automotive, and other manufacturing environments. We are seeking motivated and skilled individuals to join our team of automation and control systems professionals.
In this role, you will be involved in the full project lifecycle, from initial concept and design through programming, integration, and commissioning of automated systems under the directions of the Automation Project Manager. You will also play a key role in supporting our customers’ production operations by troubleshooting and servicing manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
You will be a good fit for this role if
- You enjoy problem solving and troubleshooting issues on machines and processes that you may have not seen before. You use your meter to test if something is really working
- You enjoy industrial automation including PLC, HMI, and other programming
- You have experience working in different environments including different types of machines and processes
- You are flexible in terms of your working hours for those weeks you are on call
- You are resourceful and able to get answers by using the people and tools around you
- You are someone who likes to share knowledge and make those around them better
Our Values
· Safety: We commit to uncompromising protection of each other.
· Quality: We exceed expectations to strengthen relationships.
· Viability: We grow our success by winning together.
· Urgency: We solve problems by anticipating them with action.
· Reliability: We deliver on time and earn trust with results.
· Responsibility: We prioritize each other through care and respect.
We aren’t looking for someone who just fits in—we’re looking for someone who will raise the bar. If you care about what you build, how you build it, and who you build it with, you’ll feel right at home here.
Essential Job Functions
- Program and start-up of PLCs, HMIs, PACs, industrial PCs and more for an exciting range of industrial automation scenarios
- Integration, programming and start-up of AC/DC and Servo drives
- Support, along with dedicated designers, electrical control solutions based on custom requirements using the latest versions of AutoCAD and / or E-Plan
- Design and integrate safety monitoring systems and safety circuitry solutions in the latest safety PLCs or incorporate safety relays, light curtains, scanners, safety mats and more into new and existing equipment
- Troubleshooting of process equipment and instrumentation including HMIs, PLCs, Drives, Servos, Safety Systems, flow meters and more. You will work alongside a team of electrical automation engineers and technicians, with strong technical support available whenever needed
- Create functional descriptions, flow charts, and control narratives for automation systems and adaptations
- Support the quoting of solutions for customers’ needs and requirements from various specification documents, drawings or Sheridan standard design practices
- Configure and Implement SCADA systems using Ignition (other experience in FT Batch, Wonderware and other platforms would be considered a strong asset)
- Support Factory Acceptance Testing, on site Commissioning and Site Acceptance Testing to ensure the solution provided meets the overall needs of our customers
Experience Required
- Minimum 5 years field experience in an industrial automation environment, with emphasis on design, service, and problem solving skills, preference will be given for candidates with between 5-10 years.
- Programming knowledge base in Rockwell / Allen Bradley or Siemens is critical (other platforms, such as Omron or Mitsubishi will be considered a valuable asset).
- Experience in SCADA including Ignition or Wonderware would be considered an asset
- Experience using AutoCAD Electrical to design control panels
- Experience using E-Plan to design control panels would be considered an asset
- Electrical license 309A or 442A in an industrial process environment would be considered an asset
- Control Systems Technologist or Engineering education or equivalent would be considered an asset
- Outstanding written and verbal communications skills and the ability to speak to and address customer needs
- A proven record of controls experience and an aptitude for learning
- Preference will be given to candidates with prior instrumentation experience
- Excellent working knowledge of the Ontario and Canadian Electrical Code
- Must possess a valid class G Driver’s License with a clean driving record
What we offer
· A culture of supporting each other and career growth
· Company vehicle
· Tool allowance, uniforms, and safety PPE provided
· RRSP Matching Program
· Comprehensive benefits package
· Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities
· Clear pathways for advancement into senior developer, project manager or other roles
Pay: $42.00-$47.38 per hour
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Experience:
- industrial automation : 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- 309 A or 442 A (preferred)
Work Location: In person
