Job Description

Inventure Engineering offers competitive wages and benefits and is centrally located in beautiful Barrie, Ontario.

With a host of amenities and stunning natural resources to explore year-round, Barrie and the surrounding area is a great place to live, work, and play. Join our team!



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Controls Engineer - Software Development

We are seeking Experienced Controls Engineer to join our Electrical Engineering team. This role involves designing, programming, and integrating industrial automation systems using Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Omron PLCs.


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Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in

Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics

, or a related field.

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

or eligibility is preferred. Minimum

7 years of experience

in an

automation manufacturing environment

with exposure to

robotics and industrial controls

. Expertise in

Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Omron PLCs

. Strong understanding of

VFDs, motion control, and robotics

. Hands-on experience with

EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, PROFINET, or Modbus TCP protocols

. Solid understanding of

electrical engineering principles, industrial safety standards, and best practices

for machinery. Working knowledge of

manufacturing processes and operations

. Strong

project leadership skills

, ability to manage tasks with minimal supervision. Excellent

problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills

. Effective

communication and interpersonal abilities

in both verbal and written formats. Proficiency in

AutoCAD Electrical

for schematic design and documentation. Working knowledge of

MS Office and Microsoft Teams

. Ability to travel to customer sites as needed, including the

United States

(valid travel documentation required).
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Key Responsibilities:

Develop and program

PLC and HMI applications for

assembly lines and stand-alone machinery

, primarily using

Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation software

(RS Logix 5000 / Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View Studio).

Design, document, and implement

control systems from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with

functional safety standards

.

Create and maintain

electrical schematics and BOMs using

AutoCAD Electrical

.

Perform I/O checks

, integrate and debug industrial control systems, and ensure equipment operates according to specifications.

Install, test, and commission

control systems in-house and at customer facilities.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues

related to PLCs, HMIs, and automation systems based on customer requirements.

Conduct field service support

as needed for maintenance and system optimization.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

, including designers, project managers, toolmakers, and electricians, to develop and implement complete automation solutions.

Participate in project meetings

to report progress, track engineering changes, and ensure timelines are met.

Maintain risk and error logs

, document lessons learned and propose continuous improvements.

Ensure quality control

, identify potential optimizations, and implement best practices in automation engineering.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Apply now to be part of our cutting-edge automation solutions!