Automations Controls Designer
Parmerit Inc.•Strathroy-Caradoc, ON
•Onsite
About The Position
Adescor is seeking an Automations Controls Designer that will be responsible for designing, programming, and implementing advanced control systems while collaborating closely with engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams to bring new products to market. This role is an on-site position and reporting to the Controls Manager. This is a newly created role driven by continued growth and expansion across our operations. The final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and overall qualifications.
Requirements
- Post-secondary degree Mechatronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 5 years of hands-on experience with: Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, View Designer) Beckhoff controls
- Strong knowledge of industrial automation systems (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, networking)
- Proficiency in ladder logic and structured text programming
- Experience with industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
- Willingness to travel for commissioning and customer support
Nice To Haves
- Experience with additional platforms (Siemens, Omron) is an asset
- Exposure to robotics (Fanuc, ABB, Motoman) is a plus
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and program control systems for industrial machines and automation products (PLCs, HMIs, motion control, and more)
- Contribute across the full product lifecycle from concept and architecture to testing, validation, and market release
- Build scalable, standardized, and modular control architectures that support repeatable product deployment
- Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, and controls teams to deliver high-performing, integrated systems
- Develop and maintain technical documentation (functional specs, I/O lists, electrical interfaces, user manuals)
- Participate in design reviews and help elevate performance, reliability, and manufacturability
- Support prototype builds, system debugging, and validation both in-house and on-site
- Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues during development and post-deployment
- Contribute to engineering standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner with product management and applications teams to ensure alignment with market needs and real-world use cases
- Support commissioning, startup, and occasional travel to customer sites
- Provide technical support and training to internal teams, customers, and service personnel
Benefits
- Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
