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PLC Co-Op Student - Winter 2026

Stratford, ON
Mid Level
full_time

About the role

Join Our Team as a PLC Co-op at Johnson Electric!

Location: Stratford, ON, Canada (onsite)

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

You'll be responsible for designing control systems for new machines, troubleshooting and/or modifying existing control systems, and performing systems project management.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Designs, develops and implements Control Systems
  • Programs PLC’s including Allen Bradley, Siemens and ControlLogix
  • 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 Johnson Electric’s policies and procedures
  • Adheres and supports Stackpole’s Safety and Environmental policies and practices
  • Other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications:

  • 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

Technical & Skill Requirements:

  • 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 www.johnsonelectric.com - We can’t wait to meet you!

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.

About Johnson Electric

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
5001-10,000

At Johnson Electric, our vision is to be the world’s definitive provider of innovative and reliable motion systems.

We are a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components, serving a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, and Lawn & Garden Equipment. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 35,000 individuals in more than 20 countries worldwide. We are listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.

Attracting and developing the Right People, putting them in the Right Jobs and providing them with the Right Environment to excel at what they do are the 3 pillars that underlie Johnson Electric’s people strategy and human capital initiatives, with the ultimate vision to become “One Johnson around the world, a great company and a great place to work!”.

In 2016, Johnson Electric Hong Kong was recognized as one of Asia’s Best Companies To Work For by HR Asia Magazine. The Group will continue to attract and retain top talents in support of the Company’s ambitious growth strategy.