Controls Programmer

Forge Consulting Group is representing a leading advanced automation and manufacturing solutions provider that designs and delivers innovative automation, robotics, machine vision, and production systems for modern manufacturing environments.

We are looking for a Controls Programmer to join their exciting and growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on controls professional to work on custom automation projects from programming and integration through machine startup and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs
• Program using Rockwell, Schneider, and Siemens platforms
• Develop ladder logic and machine control systems
• Support machine startup, debugging, and commissioning
• Work with electrical and pneumatic systems
• Integrate robotics, machine vision, and automation systems
• Read and interpret electrical and pneumatic drawings
• Prepare technical documentation
• Support multiple automation projects and priorities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of controls/automation experience
• Two-year technical diploma or four-year degree in a related field
• Experience with:
• Rockwell / Allen-Bradley – Studio 5000
• FactoryTalk View Studio
• Schneider – Unity
• Siemens – TIA Portal
• Strong PLC and HMI programming skills
• Experience with machine startup and debugging
• Ability to read electrical and pneumatic drawings
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel as required
• Robotics experience is an asset
• Previous automation industry experience is preferred