Automation Technician (PLC, Controls & Process Automation)

Remote People•Montreal, QC

1d•CA$40 - CA$44•Onsite

About The Position

We're partnering with a global manufacturing organization that operates highly automated, high-speed production systems serving international markets. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are adding an Automation Technician to support automated production equipment, process controls, instrumentation systems, and plant-wide automation infrastructure. This is an opportunity for a hands-on automation professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex systems, improving reliability, and working in a technically advanced manufacturing environment. If you thrive on solving problems, maximizing uptime, and working with modern automation technologies, this role deserves a closer look.

Requirements

Diploma or Certificate in Automation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation & Control, or related field
3+ years of industrial automation experience
Strong PLC troubleshooting experience
Experience with HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, and industrial controls
Ability to read electrical schematics and P&IDs
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills

Nice To Haves

Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 experience
Omron Sysmac experience
Instrumentation calibration experience
Process manufacturing experience
Packaging automation experience
Robotics experience
CMMS experience
Industrial networking experience

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair PLC, HMI, VFD, and servo-driven systems
Support and modify PLC and HMI programs
Diagnose faults involving sensors, instrumentation, and process controls
Calibrate process instrumentation and control devices
Maintain industrial communication networks and automation infrastructure
Support new equipment commissioning and automation improvements
Troubleshoot and support automated production systems
Maintain high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment
Support robotics, conveyors, vision systems, and automated process equipment
Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams during equipment failures and downtime events
Assist with process optimization and equipment upgrades
Execute preventative maintenance activities
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions
Analyze downtime trends and improve equipment reliability
Recommend automation improvements that increase productivity and uptime
Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility
Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Support lockout/tagout procedures and safe work practices
Maintain accurate maintenance and troubleshooting documentation
Assist with audits, quality initiatives, and operational excellence programs