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PLC Automation Engineer – Siemens / Conveyor Systems
@ Altis
Toronto, Ontario
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Altis is hiring a PLC Automation Engineer in Toronto for a global automated material handling client. The role designs, programs and commissions Siemens PLC conveyor and sorting systems, with hybrid work (3 office days a week), a salary of $100,000 to $110,000 CAD, and occasional travel for on-site commissioning.
Salaire :
100 000 $–110 000 $ par année
Responsabilités :
- Design and program Siemens PLC-based conveyor and material handling automation
- Develop HMI and SCADA applications for equipment monitoring and troubleshooting
- Configure and troubleshoot Profinet, Profibus and Ethernet networks
- Support installation, startup and commissioning at customer sites
- Train customer operators and maintenance personnel
Résumé des exigences :
- 5 to 7+ years of industrial automation or PLC experience
- Hands-on Siemens TIA Portal and S7-1500 programming
- College diploma or university degree in a technical discipline
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols
- Valid passport and willingness to travel North America-wide
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Source et dates
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- Date publiée par l’employeur
- 2026-11-01
- Première détection par notre source
- 2026-11-02
- Mise à jour du dossier source
- 2026-11-09
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Détails du poste
| Niveau | Intermédiaire |
| Domaine | Génie |
| Expérience | 5 an(s) et plus |
| Heures par semaine | 40 (estimé) |
| Horaire | heures supplémentaires |
| Déplacements | avion : modérés · route : minimes |
| Milieu de travail | Bureau, Chez les clients, Usine |
| Position | Assis et debout |
| Exigences physiques | physique faible · ordinateur élevé |
| Langues | English |
| Candidatures encouragées | Femmes, Personnes racisées, Autochtones, Personnes handicapées, 2ELGBTQI+ |
| Formation | Collégial (DEC) (exigé), Baccalauréat (exigé) |
| Domaines d’études | Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering |
| Avantages mentionnés | Régime de retraite |
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Since 1989, Altis has been a Canadian staffing leader and is one of Canada’s largest independent staffing firms, connecting top talent to meaningful work across industries and sectors. More than just your staffing firm, we’re your staffing partner. Our specialized, expert recruiters consult with you to understand your sector and specific talent needs, and then source the most qualified candidates, from entry-level to executive management, at the most competitive rates. Every year, we place more than 4,000 experienced candidates nationwide, fueling our clients’ businesses while building careers worth celebrating.
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Since 1989, Altis has been a Canadian staffing leader and is one of Canada’s largest independent staffing firms, connecting top talent to meaningful work across industries and sectors. More than just your staffing firm, we’re your staffing partner. Our specialized, expert recruiters consult with you to understand your sector and specific talent needs, and then source the most qualified candidates, from entry-level…
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| Taille | 51-200 employees |
| Siège social | Ottawa, ON |
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| Fondée en | 1989 |
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PLC Automation Engineer Siemens / Conveyor Systems
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid In-office 3 days a week)
Language: Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal
Salary: $100,000$110,000 CAD annually
About the Opportunity
Our client, an established global provider of automated material handling and logistics solutions, is looking for an experienced PLC Automation Engineer to join its growing engineering team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex industrial automation projects involving conveyor systems, material handling equipment, and automated sorting solutions used in environments such as airports, parcel distribution centres, and logistics facilities.
We're looking for a hands-on automation professional with strong Siemens PLC programming experience, particularly with TIA Portal and S7 controllers, who can take ownership of automation projects from system design and programming through testing, troubleshooting, and on-site commissioning.
The ideal candidate will have experience designing and programming conveyor-based automation systems, with a strong preference for professionals who have worked in baggage handling systems (BHS), parcel sorting, or automated material handling environments.
This role combines software development, industrial controls engineering, and hands-on commissioning. You'll work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver reliable, high-performance automation solutions for customers internationally.
What's In It for You
- Competitive annual salary of $100,000$110,000 CAD
- Comprehensive employee benefits and RRSP program
- Hybrid work arrangement with 3 days per week in-office
- Opportunity to work on large-scale industrial automation and material handling projects
- Exposure to advanced Siemens PLC technologies, industrial networking, and complex conveyor control systems
- Opportunity to participate in international projects, including on-site installation, startup, and commissioning
- Collaborative technical environment with opportunities to contribute to system design, programming, and continuous improvement
Your Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement PLC-based automation solutions for industrial equipment, conveyor systems, and automated material handling applications.
- Develop and maintain Siemens PLC programs using TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, S7-300, and S7-1500 controllers.
- Design, program, and configure HMI and SCADA applications to support equipment operation, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Participate in automation system design, review technical specifications, and prepare functional analyses and control system documentation.
- Develop and integrate control logic for conveyor systems, motors, drives, sensors, scanners, cameras, and other automated equipment.
- Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks, including Profinet, Profibus, and Industrial Ethernet.
- Perform system testing and validation, including the use of 3D emulation and simulation tools to verify equipment functionality and performance.
- Support equipment installation, startup, and commissioning at customer sites, ensuring automated systems operate according to project specifications.
- Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control system issues to minimize downtime and restore equipment functionality.
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software engineering teams to ensure successful system integration.
- Provide technical support during project execution and warranty periods, including troubleshooting and implementing corrective actions.
- Train customer operators and maintenance personnel on automated equipment operation and troubleshooting procedures.
- Contribute to technical proposals, system improvements, and engineering best practices.
- Provide technical guidance and support to other automation specialists as required.
- Occasional travel to customer sites for commissioning and technical support, including occasional North America-wide assignments.
Skills and Qualifications
- 57+ years of experience in industrial automation, PLC programming, or controls engineering, preferably involving automated material handling systems.
- College diploma or university degree in Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Strong hands-on experience developing, modifying, and troubleshooting Siemens PLC programs.
- Proficiency with Siemens TIA Portal and S7-1500 PLCs, with knowledge of Simatic Manager and S7-300 systems.
- Experience designing, programming, and commissioning industrial automation equipment.
- Strong understanding of PLC control logic, industrial control systems, electrical equipment, and automation troubleshooting.
- Experience developing or modifying HMI and SCADA applications.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols, particularly Profinet, Profibus, and Ethernet.
- Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLC systems and Rockwell Automation products.
- Ability to interpret technical specifications, functional descriptions, and electrical control documentation.
- Experience troubleshooting automated equipment, identifying root causes, and implementing reliable technical solutions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently on complex automation challenges.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a customer-focused approach.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet project deadlines.
- Valid passport and willingness to occasionally travel North America-wide
- Flexibility to work occasional overtime during critical project phases or commissioning activities.
Nice to Have
- Experience in airport baggage handling systems (BHS), parcel handling, or automated sorting and distribution facilities.
- Hands-on experience programming and commissioning conveyor systems, sorters, and automated material handling equipment.
- Experience working with logistics automation, warehouse automation, or distribution centre systems.
- Knowledge of motor control, variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo drives, and motion control applications.
- Experience integrating industrial sensors, barcode scanners, vision systems, and safety devices.
- Experience with Siemens WinCC or Wonderware InTouch SCADA.
- Familiarity with machine safety systems and industrial automation safety standards.
- Experience with 3D emulation or virtual commissioning tools.
- Previous experience supporting international automation projects, including on-site startup and commissioning.
- Experience working for an automation systems integrator or industrial equipment manufacturer.
Why Partner with Altis
If youve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if youre a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.
We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
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