Senior Automation Engineer
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LocationToronto, London, Ontario, Canada; Toronto, Canada
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10–12 yrs
DepartmentElectrical
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedSep 10, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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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
Occasional visits to clients in the Greater Toronto Area
Experience in the food and/or pharmaceutical industry
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
Ability to influence clients, suppliers and peers into adopting best practices
Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, listening and interpersonal
Capability to engage and energize others to reach their fullest potential
Flexibility to travel to external manufacturing sites as needed
Skills
PLC programming
Allen Bradley
Rockwell
Siemens
SCADA
HMI
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plan
Hybrid work
Professional development
Reimbursement
Mentorship program
Training
Vacation
Paid holidays
Personal sick leave
About the company
LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm offering a high value-added engineering services to pharmaceutical, agri-food, industrial and industrial biotech factories. The company now has 30 agencies across North America and Europe, and has more than 500 passionate engineering employees.
About the role
Senior Automation Engineer, Toronto, ON / London, ONThis position is available at either of our office locations in Ontario.
Responsibilities and Duties:
The candidate will play a key role in project management by ensuring planning, cost and schedule control, as well as the design, programming, and commissioning of automated systems
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Define customer needs
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Design automated systems and select equipment (controls, instrumentation, motor controls, control panel design, etc.)
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Programming PLCs and user interfaces
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Participate in system testing and commissioning
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Manage factory automation projects: planning, supervision, change control, and reporting on budget, schedule, and resources, manufacturers, and contractors
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Prepare specifications, plans, and estimates
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Collaborate with the interdisciplinary project team
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Follow up with equipment suppliers
Basic Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in automated production engineering (APE), electrical engineering, or equivalent.
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Member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
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10-12 years’ experiencein the field of industrial automation
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Knowledge of Allen Bradley, Rockwell, and Siemens products
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Experience in the food and/or pharmaceutical industry (an asset)
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Occasional visits to clients in the Greater Toronto Area
Preferred Qualifications
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Strong leadership, relationship management, organizational planning and project management skills, in addition to technical knowledge
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Entrepreneurial mindset and desire for business development.
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Ability to exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
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Ability to influence clients, suppliers and peers into adopting “best practices” in the engineering field
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Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, listening and interpersonal with the ability to transfer knowledge to others
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Capability to engage and energize others to reach their fullest potential and performance
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Have flexibility to travel to external manufacturing sites as needed
Benefits – What We Have to Offer:
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Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;
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Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);
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Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
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Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
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Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, APEGS, EGBC, etc…) covered by the company;
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Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, training, cross-department opportunities, etc.;
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Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. 1 week of Personal/Sick leave ;
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Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
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Team-Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops;
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Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursement
Send us your application today. We look forward to meeting you!
The LAPORTE team