Controls & Automation Engineer

Magna International • Concord, ON

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Controls & Automation Engineer will support the deployment and integration of Factory of the Future automation initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role will focus on executing and scaling automation solutions including robotics, vision systems, industrial controls, and advanced manufacturing technologies within production environments. This individual will work closely with operations, engineering, vendors, integrators, and regional teams to ensure automation systems are deployed to standard, integrated effectively, and capable of scaling across multiple divisions. In addition to execution, this role will help drive collaboration, standardization, and best practice sharing across the region while acting as a key point of contact for automation support, clarity, and removal of execution friction within divisions.

Requirements

• Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience supporting automation deployment and commissioning within manufacturing environments
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in fast-paced production environments
• Ability to collaborate effectively across operations, engineering, vendors, and integrators
• Strong communication, coordination, and execution mindset with willingness to work hands-on when required
• Ability to travel as needed to support implementation and commissioning activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or equivalent hands-on industry experience
• 8 + years of experience in industrial automation, with proven leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with robotics, cobots, Autonomous Mobile Robots and vision systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Support deployment, commissioning, and integration of automation systems within manufacturing environments
• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems
• Support implementation of robotics, cobots, vision systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies
• Collaborate with automation vendors, integrators, plant teams, and regional resources to ensure successful execution of projects
• Act as a regional point of contact for automation support, helping drive clarity, alignment, and removal of execution barriers
• Support development, standardization, and scaling of automation best practices across divisions
• Assist in troubleshooting system, integration, and startup issues within production environments
• Contribute to improving manufacturing performance, uptime, and operational efficiency through automation initiatives
• Ensure automation systems align with Factory of the Future objectives and operational requirements

Benefits

• The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
• Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
• We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed.
• As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects.
• Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
• We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations.
• That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.
• In the right environment, your ideas can turn into industry-changing automotive technologies and improve the lives of people around the world.
• Let's create the future of mobility, together.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior