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Senior Automation Engineer

LAPORTE L.E.I.
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posted
10 days ago
Department
Electrical
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in automated production engineering (APE), electrical engineering, or equivalent
  • Member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
  • 10-12 years’ experience in the field of industrial automation
  • Knowledge of Allen Bradley, Rockwell, and Siemens products
  • Experience in the food and/or pharmaceutical industry
Nice to have
  • Strong leadership, relationship management, organizational planning and project management skills
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and desire for business development
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
  • Ability to influence clients, suppliers and peers into adopting 'best practices' in the engineering field
  • Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, listening and interpersonal
What the job really is

The Senior Automation Engineer will be responsible for managing projects related to the design, programming, and commissioning of automated systems within various industries, particularly food and pharmaceuticals. Daily tasks include defining customer needs, selecting equipment, programming PLCs, and overseeing factory automation projects while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and suppliers.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards
  • Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare)
  • Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%
  • Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office
  • A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth
  • Mentorship programs, training, cross-department opportunities
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary figure listed
  • The role requires significant experience (10-12 years) which may limit entry-level candidates
  • Occasional client visits may be required, indicating some travel expectations
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