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Automation Programming Manager

  • Cambridge, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 18, 2026
  • 1 position

$120,000–$135,000 / year

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Senior · 5+ years
Apply by
Oct 11, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Lead and develop PLC and Robotics programmers to commission automated work cells and assembly lines. Coordinate with project management and internal teams to ensure the timely delivery of projects throughout the life cycle.

Job details

To support the steady growth of our Client in the Factory Automation space, Kitchener Executive Consultants Inc. is seeking an accomplished Automation Programming Manager or hands-on Programming Leader with a proven ability to support and develop talent in a busy manufacturing automation / systems integration environment. Our ideal candidate boasts a successful track record of commissioning automated work cells and assembly lines, by providing direction and support to PLC & Robotics Programmers in the shop and at the customer site. The ability to coordinate with Project Management and multiple internal teams on ongoing assignments at various stages of the project life cycle to ensure timely delivery will be vital. Due to the nature of the work, expert knowledge of robotics will be valued by this group. Though this is an in-person position, the Automation Programming Manager must be available for minimal travel within North America. This is an opportunity for an organized people leader to display initiative and have an impact within this dynamic, solution-driven business model. As this is a highly visible role, excellent communication skills equal to practical technical abilities are necessary for success in this environment. Our Client’s preferred Salary Target is $120 000 - $135 000 and we encourage all applicants interested in this opportunity to apply. Please note, the hiring salary will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and ability to support the organization. At Kitchener Executive Consultants Inc., we provide a bespoke and personalized recruitment experience where every candidate’s application is reviewed by our team of Search Consultants and measured to our clients’ specific hiring criteria and requirements. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not used in selecting a candidate within our detailed and professional recruitment process.

What you’ll do

Lead and develop PLC and Robotics programmers to commission automated work cells and assembly lines. Coordinate with project management and internal teams to ensure the timely delivery of projects throughout the life cycle.

Requirements

Requires a proven track record in manufacturing automation and systems integration with expert knowledge of robotics. Must possess strong leadership abilities and excellent communication skills for a highly visible role.

Listed skills

  • Project Coordination · Preferred
  • People leadership · Preferred
  • Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • PLC Programming
  • Robotics Programming
  • People Leadership
  • Project Coordination
  • Commissioning
  • Systems Integration
  • Talent Development
  • Communication Skills

Job areas

  • Engineering
  • Management & Leadership
  • Manufacturing
  • Technology
  • Consulting

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