PLC Programmer | Controls Engineer
Great Lakes Group
Job Description
Job Description
PLC Programmer | Controls Engineer
Location: Oakville, Ontario
Duration: 6-month contract
Production Area: Final Assembly
Seeking a strong Controls Programmer with hands-on Ford controls programming experience for a six-month contract supporting Final Assembly operations. The ideal candidate has experience applying GVOSS controls standards and programming templates. Candidates with NextGen experience will also be considered; NextGen is the minimum required Ford-specific experience.
This role requires proficiency in PLC programming , HMI programming , and controls troubleshooting , including experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley systems.
Responsibilities
- Program, modify, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLC applications using Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 .
- Develop, modify, and troubleshoot operator screens and HMI applications using FactoryTalk View .
- Apply Ford GVOSS or NextGen controls standards, programming templates, and conventions when implementing software changes.
- Diagnose PLC logic, equipment sequence, interlock, and alarm issues affecting Final Assembly equipment.
- Troubleshoot communication between PLCs, HMIs, and connected equipment to identify controls-related faults.
- Review existing programs, identify required changes, and verify equipment operation following modifications.
- Work with engineering, maintenance, and production personnel to resolve controls issues and support equipment operation.
- Maintain accurate program backups and documentation of software changes.
Qualifications
- Strong, hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting controls systems in a Ford manufacturing environment.
- GVOSS experience strongly preferred; NextGen experience required at a minimum.
- Proficiency with Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 for PLC programming, online diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
- Experience using FactoryTalk View to develop, modify, and troubleshoot HMI screens, alarms, and operator interfaces.
- Ability to interpret and troubleshoot existing PLC logic, equipment sequences, and interlocks.
- Ability to apply Ford-specific controls standards and programming templates.
- Experience supporting automotive manufacturing equipment; Final Assembly experience preferred.
- Availability for a six-month contract in Oakville, Ontario.
Controls Programmer, Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000, GVOSS, NextGen, Oakville Ontario, 6-month contract, Final Assembly, Ford controls programming, PLC programming, HMI programming, controls troubleshooting, Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley, FactoryTalk View, automotive manufacturing
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We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, rank, or make hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by human recruiters and hiring managers.
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Company Description
Hiring Transparency & AI Disclosure Statement\r\nIn compliance with applicable Canadian employment regulations, we confirm that this job posting represents a current, active vacancy within our organization.\r\nWe do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, rank, or make hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by human recruiters and hiring managers.\r\nIf our hiring practices change in the future to include AI-assisted tools, appropriate disclosure will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.
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