Engineering Technician Co-op

About Us

Superior Glove is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of innovative hand and arm protection. For more than 100 years, we’ve been focused on one goal: helping workers get home safe. Today, our global team works across Canada, the United States, Mexico, Honduras and El Salvador, combining manufacturing expertise, innovation and a commitment to workplace safety.

Does this sound like you?

Are you a Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Automation and Robotics student who enjoys working with machinery, troubleshooting equipment, and solving technical problems? We're looking for a motivated co-op student eager to gain hands-on experience supporting automation, PLC programming, electrical controls, and manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced production environment.

About the Role

Reporting to the Global Leader, Continuous Improvement, the Engineering Technician Co-op Student will support manufacturing automation, electrical controls, machine commissioning, PLC programming, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives while working alongside our Engineering and Maintenance teams.

Location: 36 Vimy Street, Acton ON

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical control panel design and panel layout.

• Support power and control wiring for production machinery and automation equipment.

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs (Siemens experience is an asset).

• Assist with machine commissioning, testing, and validation.

• Troubleshoot electrical, control, and PLC-related issues on manufacturing equipment.

• Prepare and update electrical schematics and technical documentation.

• Perform hands-on electrical panel wiring and installation activities.

• Assist with pneumatic system troubleshooting and basic circuit modifications.

• Support preventive maintenance and continuous improvement projects.

• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in 3rd or 4th year Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, or a related post-secondary program.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical controls and electrical panel design.
• Familiarity with PLC programming; Siemens experience is considered an asset.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar software is an asset.
• Manufacturing experience is considered an asset.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a manufacturing environment.

Why Join Superior Glove?

Superior Glove is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. As a co-op student, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience working with industrial automation, experienced engineers, and real manufacturing projects while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

When you work at Superior Glove, you are part of the family!

Some of the benefits/perks include:

• Yearly contenders and recipients of multiple prestigious awards including Canada’s Best Managed for over 10 years, Canada’s Safest Manufacturer, Canada’s Excellence Business Award and more!
• Recognition and rewards through ThumbsUp!
• Team member discounts and referral rewards
• Company events and community involvement
• A family-owned company with 100+ years of history and continued global growth

Superior Glove strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the company will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates with disabilities.