Automation and Electrical Engineer

Life tastes better with ice cream

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.

We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference.

What Truly Sets Us Apart Is How We Work.

We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done.

We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better.

Job Title: Automation and Electrical Engineer

Location: Simcoe, ON

Terms: Full-time, permanent, on-site

The Role

The purpose of this role is to work with maintenance, engineering and IT to support the sites’ automation, process controls and industrial network systems.

The Automation and Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designs, developments, and supervision of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery with a focus on safety. Responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC-based hardware and software. Ensures critical support for all production line related concerns while supporting continuous improvement projects and structured kaizen activities as both a leader and team member. Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed. Active participation in all projects for controls and electrical upgrades. Supervising the controls team and managing schedules for projects. Lead and maintain the electrical program as the site technical authority (TA3).

What You'll Be Responsible For

You will be a leader and a change champion, actively engaging with all departments to identify key opportunities to both benefit the business with key savings as well as improve equipment performance to boost morale. Partner with the engineering team to drive automation CAPAX projects to completion. Lead and drive the electrical program at the site. Scheduling and planning key PM activities for the site power system. Partner with the Cyber and Digital Application Engineer with DFOS and Cyber activities.

As a Controls and Automation Engineer you will work on PLC programming, Servos, VFD and hardware. (This factory is 95% Rockwell Automation Based) In addition, the Controls and Automation Engineer will work with the Engineering and Focused Improvement Teams to implement new digital tools using SQL, DFOS, BuildApps, Power Apps and Power BI.

• Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design including electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, motor controls and IT needs.
• Oversee project workflow and support internal and external resources to ensure timely delivery of projects, expected quality, and allotted budget.
• Electrical software design of customized solutions including manufacturing automation and safety systems. Able to maintain project scope and identify project creep.
• Support manufacture, build and validation of systems which include pneumatics, servos, variable frequency drives, relays, communication networks, HMI touchscreens, and more.
• Create customer documentation such as user manuals, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings.
• Support manufacture, build and validation of systems which include pneumatics, servos, variable frequency drives, relays, communication networks, HMI touchscreens, and more.
• Maintain accurate records and files according to standards.
• Work with FI to optimize processes on identified losses in the space of automation.
• Lead/participate in OEE/waste reduction initiatives.
• 24/7 support for PLCs, HMIs, and related systems.
• Act as the site expert on electrical, controls, and automation systems
• Maintain detailed records of software modifications and system configurations.
• Ensure all systems are documented and compliant with internal and external standards.
• Collaborate with electricians and other technical staff to identify and implement improvements

We're Looking For Someone Who…

• Thinks end-to-end and takes ownerships for results
• Is comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving organization
• Values collaboration, clarity and low-ego ways of working

Essential

• AS Electrical/Electronics Engineering (or similar field of study).
• Software / Rockwell PLC Programming Knowledge
• GE Proficy iFix Knowledge
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills

Desired

• BS Electrical/Electronics Engineering (or similar field of study).
• Project Management Experience
• Electrical controls and automation systems knowledge
• Database Knowledge
• Power BI Experience

What You'll Get

Alongside meaningful work and strong development, we offer a reward package that typically includes:

• Market-competitive pay and performance related rewards
• Flexible ways of working
• Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work
• Time off to rest and recharge
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Medical, dental and (where applicable) vision coverage
• Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives
• Health-related savings and spending accounts
• Retirement savings programs with a competitive matching plan
• Additional employee perks (e.g., corporate discounts, commuter or learning support)

Pay: The pay range for this position is $71,000 to $106,600. The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.

Benefits: TMICC employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

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Why join us?

This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could!

You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward.

• Roles with real accountability and visible impact
• Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done
• Continuous learning and development as the business grows
• Reward linked to performance and contribution.

Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business.

Ready to build the future of Ice Cream?

If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps.

If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know.

Additional Information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Informations supplémentaires

The Magnum Ice Cream Company est un employeur qui s’engage en faveur de l’égalité des chances. Nous valorisons la diversité et nous engageons à créer un environnement inclusif où chacun peut donner le meilleur de lui‑même, indépendamment de l’âge, du handicap, de l’identité de genre, de l’origine ethnique, de la religion, de l’orientation sexuelle ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée.