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IKO North America · 2 weeks ago

Controls and Automation Specialist

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. The Controls and Automation Specialist role will ensure cross-plant technical support and troubleshooting for electrical and automation systems, enhancing uptime and reliability.

Building MaterialConstructionHome ImprovementHome RenovationManufacturing
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Responsibilities

Supporting the Electrical Engineering department and assist with project deliverables
Providing electrical assistance including troubleshooting, project engineering and project management to all Plants
Updating existing legacy technologies in different plants to current standards
Responsible for electrical project management including scheduling, financial, and management of contractors' work
Responsible for Labor-hour estimation, work planning, scheduling, coordination, and reporting
Updating schematic drawings in AutoCAD as required
Programming automation and controls systems and improving existing PLC programs including servo drives and A/C drives
Responsible for the design, test, commission, start up, recondition & work with current equipment configurations & to Engineer new technologies

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringPLC programmingHMI applicationsAutoCADElectrical safety codeMS Office SuiteProject management

Required

5 years as an Electrical Engineer
Must have a valid passport and be willing to travel
4+ years using AutoCAD, MS Office Suite including Project
4+ years with electrical safety code and its application in industrial wiring and power distribution
4+ years working with PLC and HMI applications (including RSlinx, RSlogix5, 500, 5000, & Factory Talk View)
4+ years with PLC & HMI systems design, programming, commissioning and start up including system hardware selection, I/O panels and subsystems layout and wiring

Preferred

4-year Degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology preferred

Benefits

Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Spending Account
Employee Support and Mental Wellness
Short term disability
401k Match
Paid vacation
Floating days
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Engagement Events
Awards and Recognition
Tuition Reimbursement
Service Awards
Employee Perks & Discounts

Company

IKO North America

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IKO Roofing is a worldwide leader in the roofing, waterproofing, and insulation industry for residential and commercial markets.

H1B Sponsorship

IKO North America has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Darren Rafter
Director of Sustainability
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