Fall 2026

PLC Co-op

Johnson Electric

Johnson Electric

11-50 employees

Motors, actuators and motion systems manufacturer

Compensation Overview

$22 - $25/hr

Kitchener, ON, Canada

In Person

On-site role in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. Minimal travel.

Category
Electrical Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Requirements
  • A three-year advanced diploma or a degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or relative areas
  • Able to understand electrical drawings
  • Part of a program including programing courses.
  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint or data and presentations software
  • Proficient in English
  • Good interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
  • Designs, develops, and implements Control Systems
  • Programs PLC’s (Allen Bradley and Siemens)
  • Programs HMI & servo systems and VFDs
  • Programs robotics and automation systems
  • Program and trouble shoot Vision systems (IR vision, Cognex, Keyence, Omron)
  • Designs control panels, wiring diagrams and BOM
  • Instructs maintenance personnel on the use, functionality, and programming of all automation systems
  • Mentors licensed Electricians and help them develop PLC programming and troubleshooting skills
  • Assists in automation cell improvements and actively implements continuous improvement initiatives related to automation and robotics.
  • Adheres to Johnson Electric’s policies and procedures
  • Adheres and supports Johnson Electric’s Safety and Environmental policies and practices
  • Other duties as assigned

Johnson Electric designs and manufactures motors, actuators, and motion subsystems for automotive and industrial customers, with plants and engineering centers in over 20 countries. Products span DC/EC motors, switches, solenoids, gearmotors, powder metal parts, and eDrives used in vehicles, appliances, and medical devices. What sets Johnson Electric apart is its family of specialized brands, including Saia-Burgess, Nanomotion, and Stackpole. The goal is to improve the quality of life of everyone it touches through innovative motion systems.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Sha Tin District, Hong Kong

Founded

1986

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What believers are saying

  • APG scale provides recurring automotive platform exposure across global OEM programs.
  • IPG growth offers a second earnings engine if industrial demand keeps recovering.
  • Strong liquidity supports dividends, capex, and customer program investment despite profit pressure.

What critics are saying

  • APG sales fell 3% constant currency from Chinese JV share loss.
  • Europe and North America demand weakness continues to depress Johnson Electric's largest segment.
  • Net profit dropped 23%, showing margins and earnings are deteriorating faster than sales.

What makes Johnson Electric unique

  • Johnson Electric dominates motion subsystems, with APG contributing 84% of FY2025/26 sales.
  • Industry Products Group returned to growth, rising 2% constant currency after three declining years.
  • The company held US$902 million cash and a 10% debt-to-capital ratio at March 2026.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Meal Benefits

Performance Bonus

Hybrid Work Options

Company News

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