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Engineer Controls Engineer Jobs in Toronto, ON (NOW HIRING)

Dematic has an immediate need at our Mississauga, ON facility for a Controls Engineer! It is preferred that the Controls Engineer has experience working in the material handling industry, but all PLC ...

Controls Engineer

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$82K - CA$121K/yr

Dematic has an immediate need at our Mississauga, ON facility for a Controls Engineer! It is preferred that the Controls Engineer has experience working in the material handling industry, but all PLC ...

As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and coordination of Building Automation and Control Systems (BAS/BMS) for hyperscale and AI data centre projects. Working ...

Controls Engineer

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$81K - CA$101K/yr

Engineering - Various specialties (Chemical, Controls, Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, etc.). Working Conditions * Must be flexible for occasional after hours and weekend support. Additional ...

Electrical Controls Engineer, R&DTeam: R&D / New Product DevelopmentWork Type: Full TimeLocation: Oakville, ON Who We AreThermon is a global industrial technology leader and the world's foremost ...

Electrical Controls Engineer, R&D Team: R&D / New Product Development Work Type: Full Time Location: Oakville, ON Who We Are Thermon is a global industrial technology leader and the world's foremost ...

Overview The Controls and Automation Engineer provides leadership, operational support, and project support to the plant's Maintenance & Engineering teams. This position is responsible for designing ...

Senior Controls Engineer

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$75K - CA$122K/yr

Overview The Controls and Automation Engineer provides leadership, operational support, and project support to the plant's Maintenance & Engineering teams. This position is responsible for designing ...

Controls System Engineer

Oshawa, ON · On-site

CA$81K - CA$1M/yr

Controls System Engineer Vacancy Status Yes - This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (Backfill) AI Disclosure As part of the application ...

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Engineer Controls Engineer information

What is the difference between Engineer Controls Engineer vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectControls EngineerElectrical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering; certifications like Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering; Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferred
Work EnvironmentIndustrial settings, manufacturing plants, automation facilitiesPower plants, electronics, telecommunications, industrial facilities
Industry UsageAutomation, manufacturing, process controlPower systems, electronics, telecommunications

Controls Engineers focus on designing, developing, and maintaining control systems for automation and manufacturing processes, while Electrical Engineers work on electrical systems, power distribution, and electronic devices. Both roles require similar credentials and often overlap in industrial environments, but their primary responsibilities and areas of expertise differ.

How much do controls engineers get paid?

Controls engineers typically earn a median annual salary between $70,000 and $100,000, depending on experience, location, and industry. Entry-level positions may start around $60,000, while experienced professionals with specialized skills or certifications can earn over $110,000. Salaries can also vary based on the complexity of control systems and the use of programming tools like PLCs and SCADA systems.

What does a controls engineer do?

A controls engineer designs, develops, and maintains control systems used to operate machinery and processes in manufacturing, automation, and industrial settings. They work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors, and software to ensure systems function efficiently and safely, often requiring knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering. Controls engineers also troubleshoot issues, optimize system performance, and may hold certifications in automation or control systems.

CA$82K - CA$121K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description

Dematic has an immediate need at our Mississauga, ON facility for a Controls Engineer! It is preferred that the Controls Engineer has experience working in the material handling industry, but all PLC controls industrial experience will be considered.We offer:
  • Career Development

  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay Transparency

  • Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $82,875 - $121,550 CAD at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills. This is a new role.

Tasks and Qualifications:

This is What You Will Do in this Role:

  • Participation in the design of automated systems that integrate hardware and software.

  • Experience with material specification and electrical schematic preparation

  • Provides full lifecycle supports within controls engineering: Hardware/electrical design, PLC programming, troubleshooting, and commissioning.

  • Participate in recommending ideas related to productivity improvement, cost reduction and improvement in customer satisfaction.

  • The ability to understand and troubleshoot mechatronic problems, both mechanical and electrical.

  • Provide clear and concise correspondence.

  • Ability to control budgets and maintain project schedules.

  • Ability to train and mentor junior Engineers.

  • Travel to customer locations (around 25% within Canada) is to be expected.

What We are Looking For:

  • Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or similar engineering discipline

  • At least 5 years' experience working within a controls position

  • Experience with Allen Bradley Logix PLC controls platforms

  • Experience with full lifecycle project experience: From controls hardware design to PLC programming and to commissioning projects

  • Experience providing Customer Service Support

  • Troubleshooting experience

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