PLC Co-Op - Term Job Kitchener area,Stratford Ontario Canada,Engineering

Position: PLC Co-Op - May Term 2026
Location: Stratford

Join Our Team as an Electrical PLC / Control Specialist 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 Electrical PLC / Control Specialist reports to the Maintenance Manager. The Electrical PLC / Control Specialist is responsible for designing control systems for new machines, troubleshooting and/or modifying existing control systems, and performing systems project management.

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 including Allen Bradley, Siemens and Control Logix

Programs HMI & servo systems program

Programs robotics and automation systems

Coordinates and supervises machine startups and process launch

Designs control panels, wiring diagrams and BOM

Understands of Wonder Ware software

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 Stackpole’s policies and procedures

Adheres and supports Stackpole’s Safety and Environmental policies and practices

Other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

University Degree in Electrical Engineering or College Diploma

Minimum 5+ years of demonstrated skills and experience in controls and data acquisition in an automotive manufacturing environment

Ability to function within multidiscipline teams and to act as a team lead on specific projects an asset

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, MS Office, etc.)

Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, at all levels of the organization.

High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT (including Physical Demands):

Combination of office environment and manufacturing environment

Day shift

Exposure to noise, heights, confined spaces, poor lighting conditions, material, products and by-products associated with the manufacturing of powered metal components, exposure to metal working fluids, temperatures, and weather extremes that require the use of specialized protective devices, clothing or equipment

Required to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding to access elevations, able to crouch for periods of time, push, pull, lift, and turn while carrying tools, material and equipment in various parts of the facility. Excessive walking. Operate material handling equipment including cranes, lift trucks chain hoists etc.

How to Apply: Apply online at – 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.


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