Automation Electrical Design Co-op Student

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

Location : Ancaster ON (Onsite)

Duration : 8 months Co-op Term

Vacancy Type : Student Position

Schedule : Day Shift from 8 am to 4 pm

Relocation : Not applicable

Travel : Not required

As our next Automation Electrical Designer Co-op youll be at the forefront of designing developing and guiding all aspects of electrical control systems equipment and machinery . Your expertise in electrical engineering and control systems will be crucial in driving our success and pushing the boundaries of automation.

Why Youll Love Working Here

Global Presence : Be part of a global company with diverse teams and international projects.

Career Advancement : Opportunities for growth and skill development.

Employee Well-being : Wellness programs and initiatives to support your health.

Sustainability Commitment : Work for a company dedicated to environmental responsibility.

What Youll Be Doing

Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 ISO 14001 IATF 16949 ISO 9001 and Johnson Electric policies.

Design and develop electrical control systems equipment and machinery.

Test and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs.

Assist with installation testing and debugging during machine startups and commissioning.

Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and provide remote assistance for field service.

Perform Proof of Concept activities for complex technical issues.

Travel to Johnson Electric plants across Canada and the USA to support projects.

Collaborate with project management and engineering teams to design automated assembly lines including presses CNC upgrades grinders and robotic cells.

Create and maintain documentation for new and existing equipment.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Perform other related duties as required.

What Were Looking For

Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering / Design (Mechatronics Industrial or Electromechanical disciplines).

Comfortable working in a fixed-term contract role (approx. 8 months).

Some experience as Electrical Designer using EPLAN software.

Knowledge of CSA UL and safety compliance for industrial robot systems.

Ability to create and read electrical prints and apply controls design principles.

Expertise in System Control and PLC / HMI.

Experience commissioning machines (IO Checkout Ethernet IP setup Machine Safety setup troubleshooting).

Independent and self-motivated with hands-on experience.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SolidWorks experience is an asset.

Strong communication skills (written and verbal) across all organizational levels.

High integrity dependability and results orientation.

Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

How to Apply

Apply online at We cant 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. We offer competitive pay and benefits and a culture driven by our values to ensure our most important assetour peoplecan 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.

Come join our global inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity knowledge skills creativity and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our companys most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected regardless of their age gender race ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.

Key Skills

Electrical Engineering,Google Analytics,ASP.NET,Asset,Electrical & Automation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1