Automation Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a PLC & Automation Engineer with 5+ years of experience in automation and control systems to join our Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (EI&C) Engineering team. You’ll work on custom water technology projects, developing PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting commissioning activities across North America.

This is a hybrid role based in Oakville, offering the opportunity to work on innovative automation projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and implement PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs for various water technology systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams and participate in client meetings to ensure technical alignment and quality deliverables.
• Read and interpret engineering documentation including P&IDs, electrical schematics, I/O lists, and network architectures.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, project scope, budget, and timelines.
• Troubleshoot control systems and support network design and commissioning both remotely and on-site.
• Maintain and improve standardized process control documentation and automation best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent (Electrical, Automation, or related field).
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Automation or PLC Engineer.
• Proven experience with Rockwell and Schneider PLC systems (must-have).
• Experience with Siemens or Emerson automation platforms is a strong plus.
• Strong knowledge of control systems, network design, and VFDs.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility in Canada is preferred.

Why choose us

• An international community bringing together more than 110 different nationalities
• An environment where trust is central: 70% of our leaders started their careers at the entry level
• A strong training system with our internal Academy and more than 250 modules available
• A dynamic work environment that frequently comes together for internal events (afterworks, team buildings, etc.)

Who are we?

Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1,000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.

Recruitment Process & Feedback Timeline:

At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:

• Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!
• Interviews: (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!
• Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.

As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.We look forward to meeting you!

Key skills/competency

• PLC programming
• HMI development
• SCADA systems
• Control systems engineering
• Industrial automation
• Troubleshooting
• Network design
• Project collaboration
• Rockwell Automation
• Schneider Electric