Senior Controls Specialist Location: Brantford, Ontario (In-person) Hourly Rate: $35-45/ hour Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

Apply today and help shape the future of intelligent manufacturing. For over 30 years, Lorik Automation has been at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge automated solutions to businesses around the world. As a trusted provider of automated assembly, and industrial innovation, we design, evaluate, and build high-performance equipment across a wide range of industries. Now, as we continue to grow, Lorik Automation is looking for Senior Controls Specialists to help drive the next generation of smart manufacturing. If you’re passionate about automation, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to see your work come to life in real-world applications—this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Do As a Senior Controls Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering advanced automation solutions for various industries. You’ll be involved in everything from concept to commissioning—bringing machines to life through smart, integrated control systems.

Your Key Contributions: Develop innovative automation concepts and control solutions Design and program PLC and HMI systems Integrate software with electrical and mechanical systems Part of the team providing machine installation and commissioning at customer sites Work with cutting-edge technologies including: PLCs Robotics Vision systems And more...

Core Responsibilities Design and implement safety systems (Safety PLCs & controllers) Program PLCs and HMIs (Allen-Bradley, Omron, Siemens, Mitsubishi) Integrate advanced vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, etc.) for inspection and guidance Program and commission robots (ABB, Fanuc, Motoman, etc.) Configure and troubleshoot servo and motion control systems Debug and commission systems in-house and on-site Collaborate closely with other teams

What You Bring 3–5 years of experience in automation controls, system design, and integration Strong programming skills in PLC, HMI, and robotics Hands-on troubleshooting across mechanical and electrical systems would be great Knowledge of: Industrial automation standards Safety standards Vision systems Network protocols Highly organized, self-driven, and adaptable Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) Willingness to travel to customer sites as needed Valid passport and driver’s license

What We Offer Competitive compensation aligned with your experience and contributions Comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and a Mortgage Assistance Program Generous vacation entitlements to support work-life balance The opportunity to work on innovative technologies and contribute to meaningful engineering projects A collaborative and supportive team environment Opportunities for professional growth and skill development

Currently, we are only able to consider applicants who are legally allowed to work in Canada.

We are committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, we will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

Lorik Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the province where we operate. At Lorik Automation, we value the insights and innovation that diverse and inclusive teams bring to work.