Senior Control Engineer

About ALTEN:

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence.

ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense. Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence shaping the future of technology and industry.

Job Description:

• Develop and program PLC-based automation and industrial machine control systems (Rockwell, Siemens), including creating new code, modifying existing systems, and developing automation solutions from concept to implementation.
• Integrate and configure industrial equipment such as VFDs, robots (FANUC, ABB), sensors, vision systems, motion controllers, lasers, and I/O devices to ensure reliable and efficient machine operation.
• Perform system testing, FAT support, debugging, startup, commissioning, and customer-site installation support, ensuring systems meet performance and functional requirements.
• Collaborate with customers, project managers, electricians, designers, and engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, deliver complete automation solutions, and provide technical training and support.
• Lead technical activities including project planning, effort estimation, documentation, mentoring junior team members, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

Requirement:

• 10+ years of experience in PLC programming experience with Rockwell or Siemens, developing from scratch
• Industrial automation experience with FANUC robot, ABB robot programming
• VFD control experience
• Ability to travel to customer sites, primarily in the U.S.

Why Join Us?

ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We are deeply committed to investing in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development

As part of our dedication to employee well-being, we provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Collective insurance and group retirement savings plans
• 4 weeks of vacation starting from year one
• Corporate discounts and team-building activities
• Tailored professional development plans

At ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where endless possibilities await.

ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offer accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.

Alten uses artificial intelligence tools to support certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process, such as interview note-taking and résumé formatting. These tools do not make hiring decisions. Candidate consent is always obtained prior to use.

In accordance with our compensation practices, ALTEN is providing the salary range associated with this opportunity. Final compensation will be determined after considering several factors, including professional experience, skill set, educational background, certifications, and geographic market conditions. The current target salary range for this role is $90,000 – $100,000 per year.