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Here, you can grow your career, share bold ideas, and make a real impact.\nDo we have your attention? Keep reading.\nZarpac is a leading global provider of packaging line engineering, integration, and productivity solutions. We are currently seeking a Controls Engineer to join our team in Oakville.\nThis role is ideal for an experienced automation professional who enjoys developing complete controls solutions and seeing their designs come to life in complex automated packaging environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for controls system development, electrical design support, system integration, and commissioning activities for packaging and material handling projects.\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop complete controls and automation solutions for packaging and material handling systems.\nDesign, program, test, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI applications using Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and related automation platforms.\nDevelop control system architecture and software solutions that meet customer requirements and project specifications.\nOwn the controls portion of assigned projects from concept through commissioning and customer acceptance.\nConfigure and integrate industrial networks, robotics, servo systems, VFDs, vision systems, and safety control systems.\nDevelop and maintain functional specifications, I/O lists, network architecture documentation, software standards, and operating sequences.\nReview customer requirements, functional specifications, and vendor documentation to develop effective automation solutions.\nParticipate in electrical design activities, including schematic development, panel layouts, component selection, and control panel reviews.\nSupport the design and integration of power distribution systems, MCCs, PDPs, field devices, and control hardware as required.\nConduct factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.\nDiagnose and resolve controls, automation, and system integration issues during machine build, startup, and production support phases.\nCollaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, manufacturing teams, and customers throughout project execution.\nContribute to controls standards, design improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nProvide technical support to manufacturing, field service, and customer teams as required.\nQualifications\n5+ years of Controls Engineering experience in industrial automation, packaging machinery, manufacturing, or system integration environments.\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.\nStrong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens platforms.\nExperience developing HMI applications using FactoryTalk, Ignition, WinCC, or similar software.\nExperience with industrial communication networks and automation system integration.\nExperience commissioning and troubleshooting industrial automation systems.\nWorking knowledge of electrical schematics, control panel design, and industrial power distribution concepts.\nExperience with robotics, servo systems, VFDs, machine safety systems, and instrumentation is preferred.\nFamiliarity with AutoCAD Electrical or similar design software.\nKnowledge of North American electrical and machine safety standards.\nStrong problem-solving, communication, and technical documentation skills.\nExperience in packaging machinery, OEM equipment manufacturing, or automated production systems is preferred.\nP.Eng. designation is an asset but not required.\nWhat’s in it for you?\nThere's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career. \nIn addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary, a comprehensive medical/dental program, as well as a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match (starting day one!). And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, you are eligible after three months of employment!\nCompensation\nThe base salary for this role is $100,000 - $125,000 CAD.\nTravel Requirement\nApproximately 20-30% travel, primarily to customer sites in the U.S. Occasional international travel required.\nVacancy Status: This position is for an existing job vacancy.\nPro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.\nWe have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally, with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.\nCurious about life at ProMach? Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram!\nWe will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 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