Intermediate Automation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Intermediate Automation Engineer

Department: Automation Engineering

Wage Category: Annual Salary with Benefits

Report to: Director of Automation Engineering

Working Location: Scarborough, ON M1S 4G7

Job Type: Full-time Permanent

Our company has inspired the industry with our award-winning cosmetics services since 2004. We embrace research and innovation - ceaselessly bringing advanced cosmeceutical technologies and ingredients into our creation.

We take pride in our innovation, expertise, and excellence in creating the finest cosmetic formulas and packaging solutions for our clients. We partner with the world’s top leading cosmetics companies in providing full integrated turnkey solutions. We value and respect individuality and personal initiative where all employees can develop, grow, and achieve their career goals.

Join us, and be the sparkle of our team!

We are seeking an Intermediate Automation Engineer to support the design, development, and maintenance of automation systems within our production environment. This role will play a key part in implementing automation solutions, troubleshooting equipment, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Design, program, test, and deploy automated systems, including robotics, PLCs, HMIs, and vision systems.
• Contribute to electrical design activities such as component selection, panel layout, and schematic preparation.
• Participate in the installation, commissioning, and validation of new automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and perform root cause analysis on automation and control systems.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including system designs, operation manuals, SOPs, and technical reports.
• Provide training and technical support to operators and maintenance staff.
• Conduct routine maintenance and monitor system performance to ensure optimal uptime and reliability.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualification:

• Post-secondary education in Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in automation or industrial controls (internship or co-op experience considered an asset).
• Proficient in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with CAD tools such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Hands-on experience with pneumatics, motors, and control hardware.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.

We care for our employees:

• Convenient public transit (bus stop right outside the facility)
• On-site free parking
• On-site gym
• Employee Health Benefits
• Corporate Discount Program
• Employer match for Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) / Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP) Program

Please note: Qualified candidates are invited to apply through this posting. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted, and applicants who do not receive a response within a reasonable timeframe may assume their application was unsuccessful.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team and look forward to the opportunity of welcoming dedicated talent to our team.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities during all stages of the recruitment process.