PLC Co-Op Student

Join Our Team as a PLC Co-op at Johnson Electric

Location: Stratford, ON, Canada (onsite)

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

You'll be responsible for designing control systems for new machines, troubleshooting and/or modifying existing control systems, and performing systems project management.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Designs, develops and implements Control Systems

• Programs PLC's including Allen Bradley, Siemens and ControlLogix

• Programs HMI & servo systems program

• Programs robotics and automation systems

• Coordinates and supervises machine startups and process launch

• Designs control panels, wiring diagrams and BOM

• Understands of Wonder Ware software

• Instructs maintenance personnel on the use, functionality, and programming of all automation systems

• Mentors licensed Electricians and help them develop PLC programming and troubleshooting skills

• Assists in automation cell improvements and actively implements continuous improvement initiatives related to automation and robotics

• Adheres to Johnson Electric's policies and procedures

• Adheres and supports Johnson Electric's Safety and Environmental policies and practices

• Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

Qualifications:

• University Degree in Electrical Engineering or College Diploma

• Minimum 5+ years of demonstrated skills and experience in controls and data acquisition in an automotive manufacturing environment

• Ability to function within multidiscipline teams and to act as a team lead on specific projects an asset

Technical & Skill Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

• Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, MS Office, etc.)

• Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, at all levels of the organization.

• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT (including Physical Demands):

• Combination of office environment and manufacturing environment

• Day shift

• Exposure to noise, heights, confined spaces, poor lighting conditions, material, products and by-products associated with the manufacturing of powered metal components, exposure to metal working fluids, temperatures, and weather extremes that require the use of specialized protective devices, clothing or equipment

• Required to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding to access elevations, able to crouch for periods of time, push, pull, lift, and turn while carrying tools, material and equipment in various parts of the facility. Excessive walking. Operate material handling equipment including cranes, lift trucks chain hoists etc.

How to Apply:

Apply online at  – We can't wait to meet you

What We Offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company's most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.