Join Our Team as a PLC Co-op at Johnson Electric!

Location: Stratford, ON, Canada (onsite)
Salary Range: $22 – $25 per hour
Vacancy Type: Student position
Schedule: Full-time, Co-op term
Relocation: Not applicable
Travel: Minimal

As a member of the Maintenance team, the PLC COOP reports to the PLC Specialist. The PLC COOP is responsible for designing control systems for new machines, troubleshooting and/or modifying existing.Define and execute continuous improvement projects.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Global Presence: Be part of a global company with diverse teams and international exposure.
• Innovation Culture: Work on cutting-edge product development and process improvement projects.
• Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience in tooling, equipment selection, and manufacturing optimization.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designs, develops, and implements Control Systems
• Programs PLC’s (Allen Bradley and Siemens)
• Programs HMI & servo systems and VFDs
• Programs robotics and automation systems
• Program and trouble shoot Vision systems (IR vision, Cognex, Keyence, Omron)
• Designs control panels, wiring diagrams and BOM
• Instructs maintenance personnel on the use, functionality, and programming of all automation systems
• Mentors licensed Electricians and help them develop PLC programming and
• troubleshooting skills
• Assists in automation cell improvements and actively implements continuous
• improvement initiatives related to automation and robotics.
• Adheres to Johnson Electric’s policies and procedures
• Adheres and supports Johnson Electric’s Safety and Environmental policies and practices
• Other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• A three-year advanced diploma or a degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or relative areas
• Able to understand electrical drawings
• Part of a program including programing courses.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint or data and presentations software

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Proficient in English

REASONING ABILITY:

• Good interpersonal skills

How to Apply: Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com – We can’t wait to meet you!

What We Offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence during the recruitment process

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.