Senior Automation Engineer
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Senior Automation Engineer on Socomec's Energy Storage Systems R&D team in Brampton, ON, designing control and automation for battery storage and microgrid systems.
Requires a bachelor's degree in an engineering field and 10+ years of industrial automation, power systems, or energy storage experience.
Requires PLC, SCADA, and industrial protocol experience (Modbus, CAN, IEC 61850, DNP3) plus HIL testing and commissioning skills.
Compensation stated as $120,000 to $150,000 CAD; hybrid workplace; occasional travel. Work authorization requirements are not stated.
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- workplace
ATS workplace type: hybrid
- locations
ATS location: Brampton, ON, Canada
- employment types
full_time, contract
- salary
Compensation: $120,000 to $150,000 CAD
- seniority
Senior Automation Engineer
- years experience min
10+ years of experience in industrial automation, power systems, renewable energy, microgrids, or energy storage applications.
- education required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
- skills
Strong knowledge of PLC programming, industrial communications, and SCADA systems.
- skills
Experience with Modbus, CAN, IEC 61850, DNP3, or other utility/industrial communication protocols.
- skills
Experience with HIL simulation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex systems.
- job function
Design and develop automation and control solutions for battery energy storage systems and microgrid applications.
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Senior Automation Engineer
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Socomec is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join our Energy Storage Systems (ESS) R&D team.
Job description
Socomec Group (Socomec) is a global leader in electrical equipment engineering and manufacturing, specialized in low voltage energy performance. Socomec North America (NAM) is Socomec’s organization overseeing all operations in North America.
About This Role Socomec is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join our Energy Storage Systems (ESS) R&D team. This role will focus on the development, integration, testing, and commissioning of advanced battery energy storage and microgrid control solutions for the North American market. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing automation architectures, developing control logic, supporting product certification activities, and working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to bring innovative energy solutions to market. Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities
- Design and develop automation and control solutions for battery energy storage systems and microgrid applications.
- Configure and validate PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, communication networks, and site controllers.
- Support integration of PCS, BMS, protection systems, power meters, and third-party equipment.
- Develop test procedures and execute factory and field validation activities.
- Troubleshoot complex control and communication issues during development and commissioning.
- Collaborate with electrical, software, mechanical, and certification teams to deliver compliant and reliable products.
Essential Qualifications, Experience, And Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in industrial automation, power systems, renewable energy, microgrids, or energy storage applications.
- Strong knowledge of PLC programming, industrial communications, and SCADA systems.
- Experience with Modbus, CAN, IEC 61850, DNP3, or other utility/industrial communication protocols.
- Experience with HIL simulation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex systems.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to travel occasionally within North America and internationally.
Compensation: $120,000 to $150,000 CAD
Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. All applications are reviewed directly by the Socomec North America Talent Acquisition team and other human reviewers. No automated or AI‑based systems are used to make decisions in the application review process. We thank all those who apply. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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