Automation Controls Co-op Student (May to Dec 2026) - 8 months

Join Our Team as an Automation Co-op Student - Controls at Johnson Electric!

Location : Ancaster, ON, Canada (Onsite)

Salary Range : $22-$24 per hour

Vacancy Type : Co-op Position

Schedule : Full-time, Day shift

Relocation : Not Applicable

Travel : Minimal

Why You’ll Love Working Here :

Global Presence : Be part of a global company with diverse teams and the opportunity to work on international projects.

Diverse Projects : Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience.

Mentorship Opportunities : Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally.

Innovation Hubs : Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development.

What You’ll Be Doing

Ensuring the adherence to ISO 45001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, ISO 9001 all Johnson Electric policies and any other industry standards in all activities

Working with the Automation team of the company

Interaction with production operators, technicians and other key resources to assist with the documentation, standardization and improvement of processes

Create and Update our PM system

Create & maintain documentation for new and existing assembly lines

Creating and updating electrical schematics for new and current projects

PLC and HMI programming support – working with senior controls specialists

Coordinate continuous improvement initiatives

Perform other related duties as required

What We’re Looking For

Working toward a technical degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology / Mechatronics or equivalent

Experience in a similar previous co-op considered an asset

Excellent interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent and self-motivated worker

Hands on experience is a PLUS

Committed to meeting deadline requirements

Willing and able to multi-task and change priorities based on organizational needs

Strong ability to use Microsoft Office Software

Troubleshooting skills

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

How to Apply

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com – We can’t wait to meet you!

What We Offer

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note : Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.