Automation and Controls Specialist
@ Purity Gas

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
On Site
Hourly Ft
Posted 5 days ago

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Job Summary

The Automation and Controls Specialist will serve as Purity Gas’s controls and automation expert, working with our Engineering and R&D Teams on all aspects of automation, controls integration, and instrumentation for our NitroVault™ and NITROCENTER® nitrogen gas generation systems. This role owns the configuration, programming, testing, and troubleshooting of control systems from initial prototyping through to production builds.

Responsibilities

  • Lead controls and automation integration from build to commissioning.
  • Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and automation hardware.
  • Install, wire, and calibrate instrumentation and process devices.
  • Set up industrial networks and communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, etc.).
  • Test, validate, and document automation system configurations per ISO 9001:2015.
  • Troubleshoot control system issues during assembly and commissioning.
  • Collaborate with Engineering and R&D on automation improvements.
  • Provide training and technical support to production and service teams.

Skills & Qualifications

College diploma in Electromechanical Engineering Technician, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum 3 years of experience in controls integration, PLC/HMI programming, and instrumentation. Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric) and HMI development is required. Hands-on skills in control panel wiring, instrumentation installation, and automation system commissioning. Familiarity with industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet) and experience with VFD setup, motor control systems, and automation safety standards are essential. Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality systems is an asset.

Work Conditions

This full-time position (37.5 hours/week) is based at the Purity Gas headquarters in Ancaster, Ontario, and involves daily hands-on work in shop. Minimal travel may be required for training, off-site installations, or vendor coordination.

Key Job Contacts

  • Production Manager
  • Production Engineers
  • Mechanical Technicians
  • Electrical Technicians
  • Quality Assurance Team
  • R&D Team

Key skills/competency

Automation, Controls, PLC Programming, HMI, Instrumentation, Troubleshooting, Integration, Testing, Safety, Documentation

How to Get Hired at Purity Gas

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Purity Gas's culture: Study their mission, values, and recent projects.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight automation and PLC programming skills.
  • Emphasize experience: Detail controls integration and troubleshooting expertise.
  • Prepare for technical questions: Review industrial networking and HMI development.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review PLC programming practices.
Study HMI development techniques.
Practice wiring and sensor installation.
Familiarize with industrial network protocols.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in challenging projects.
Explain problem-solving in technical issues.
Discuss handling tight deadlines.
Share experience with cross-functional collaboration.

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