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As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?\nOverview of the role\nSaputo Dairy Products Canada is seeking a Senior Engineer, Automation and Control to support industrial projects across its Canadian manufacturing facilities.\nReporting to the Director of Operational Technologies (OT), the role plays a key part in defining and implementing automation standards, supporting the Canadian engineering team, and planning, estimating, and executing capital projects (Capex), primarily related to automation.\nWe are looking for a highly motivated professional with strong leadership, autonomy, and collaboration skills. Travel across Canada is required based on project needs (approximately 50%).\nHow you will make contributions that matter:\nPlan, manage, and support Canadian plants in the execution of Capex projects, mainly focused on automation;\n\nPerform engineering and design work related to electrical power distribution, control systems, automation (programming), and instrumentation;\n\nCollaborate with process and building teams in system design, control logic programming, and operator interface (HMI) development;\n\nWork with the engineering department buyer to define technical specifications, review bids, select equipment, and consolidate purchases to optimize costs;\n\nPrepare budget estimates in collaboration with operations and maintenance teams;\n\nProduce technical documentation including electrical layouts, power and communication diagrams, cable routing drawings, and control logic diagrams;\n\nWork closely with Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) teams, acting as the engineering representative;\n\nActively contribute to the development, improvement, and maintenance of installations standard.\n\nYou are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Automated Production Engineering, or other relevant training.\n\nMember in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ);\n\nMinimum 10-15 years of relevant experience.\n\nExcellent knowledge of automation, including a strong understanding of PLC and HMI programming languages (Allen-Bradley, Ignition, Schneider, Wonderware, etc.).\n\nGood knowledge of industrial networks and Ethernet, as well as Windows environments and virtualization.\n\nKnowledge of AutoCAD software and the Microsoft Office suite.\n\nExcellent interpersonal skills, strong autonomy, and the ability to prioritize and manage urgent matters.\n\nBilingual (English/French), both spoken and written.\n\nValid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.\n\nWillingness to travel across Canada (up to 50%).\n\nAs part of their duties, the position holder will be required to communicate and collaborate in English and French, both orally and in writing, with colleagues or other stakeholders located in Québec, elsewhere in Canada, or across North America.\nWe support and take care of our employees and their families by offering :\nGenerous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance\n\nGroup retirement plan with employer contribution\n\nTelemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families\n\nOpportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA\n\nSaputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs\n\nOrganized activities for employees and their families\n\nAdvantageous discounts on Saputo products\n\nSalary: $106,870 - $140,270\n*Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.\nSTATEMENT ON AI\nAll applications are carefully considered by our Talent Acquisition team.\nArtificial Intelligence tools may be used in screening applications.\nArtificial Intelligence is not used to assess or select applications.\nIn Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.\nThe material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only. All open jobs offered by Saputo Inc. and all companies, corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships and other entities controlled by Saputo Inc. (collectively, “Saputo”) on Saputo's web site are subject to specific job skill requirements. The job skill requirements, qualifications, and preferred experience are determined by a Saputo subsidiary, office or department, and all positions are subject to local prevailing employment laws and restrictions. This would include immigration laws pertaining to work authorization requirements and any other applicable government permissions or compliance. The materials on this site are provided without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information contained on this site or in any referenced links. While Saputo attempts to update this site on a timely basis, the information is effective only as of the time and date of posting. Strict confidentiality will be observed at all times. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. The information on this site is for information purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon with legal consequence.\nWe support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. 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