At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us to program and optimize cutting-edge robotics in the automotive industry.
- Company: VOLCANIX AUTOMATION, a leader in innovative automotive solutions.
- Benefits: Travel expenses covered, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with extensive travel across North America.
- Why this job: Make an impact on exciting automotive projects with top-tier clients like General Motors.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in BIW or GA, strong PLC programming, and robotics experience required.
VOLCANIX AUTOMATION is seeking experienced Controls & Robotics Engineers with a strong BIW (Body-in-White) or GA (General Assembly) background to support automotive projects across North America, primarily with General Motors and other OEMs. Our clients are located outside of Greater Toronto Area (GTA), so candidates should be within commuting distance of the region or willing to relocate.
This role involves working on automotive body shop systems, including robotic welding cells, framing stations, and high-speed automated lines. Candidates must be comfortable working on-site in demanding production environments and supporting launches, integrations, and troubleshooting activities.
Responsibilities
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC systems
- Program and integrate industrial robots in BIW applications (spot welding, handling, sealing)
- Commission and debug body shop equipment and robotic cells
- Support production launches, cycle time improvements, and downtime reduction
- Integrate robots with PLC-controlled systems and safety devices
- Work with welding systems (spot welding, projection welding, stud welding)
- Perform system validation, buy-offs, and customer acceptance tests
- Troubleshoot electrical, controls, and robotic issues on-site
- Collaborate with controls, mechanical, and production teams
Required Skills
- Controls Engineering: Strong PLC programming experience
- Platforms: Allen-Bradley (RSLogix / Studio 5000), Siemens (TIA Portal)
- Experience with industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Profinet)
- Robotics (BIW Focus): Experience with industrial robots such as Fanuc, KUKA
- Experience in robotic welding applications (spot welding highly preferred)
- Strong commissioning and troubleshooting skills in body shop environments
Mandatory Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in BIW (Body-in-White) or GA (General Assembly)
- Experience with General Motors standards (GCCS / GRS) or strong experience in BIW within the automotive industry (OEM or Tier 1)
Preferred Experience
- OEM experience (GM, Ford, Stellantis, Tesla)
- Tier 1 automotive suppliers
- Experience with framing stations, geo stations, re-spot lines
- Integration of welding controllers (e.g., Bosch, ARO)
- Vision systems and error proofing (EPP)
General Requirements
- Willingness to travel 90–100% across North America
- Ability to work independently on customer sites
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset
- Good communication and documentation skills
- Engineering or technical degree preferred
Work Authorization
We welcome candidates who are eligible for TN Visa, eligible for Canadian Work Permit, or authorized to work and travel across North America.
Travel and work-related expenses will be covered by the company.
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At Volcanix Automation, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture and prioritizes employee growth. Our team enjoys competitive benefits, including travel expense coverage, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge automotive projects with industry leaders like General Motors. Located just outside the Greater Toronto Area, we offer a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the fast-paced world of automotive automation.
