ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:
- Design and test automation solutions on our shop floor.
- Write and troubleshoot code for PLCs, HMIs, Industrial Robots, and Machine Vision.
- Travel to customer sites to commission and support our systems.
- Perform robot simulation studies to validate reach and cycle-time constraints.
- Collaborate with customers to understand and follow design specifications.
- Integrate controls systems into production facilities by communicating with upstream and downstream equipment, and data management systems.
- Work with Safety Engineers to ensure safety standards are met.
- Monitor timelines and resources to keep projects on track and on budget.
- Prepare testing plans, design specifications, network diagrams, user manuals and other technical documents.
- Represent the organization in a professional manner.
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Strong computer skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Experience with automation hardware and software.
- PLC (RSLogix 5/500/5000 and Studio 5000 - Logix Designer)
- Siemens, Mitsubishi, and Omron an asset.
- HMI (RS View Studio, FactoryTalk View Studio)
- Ignition an asset.
- Vision Systems (Cognex, Keyence, IFM, Fanuc iRVision, Omron)
- Industrial Robotics (Fanuc, ABB, Motoman)
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- A post-secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent, specializing in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics.
- Three (3) to eight (8) years of relevant industry experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:
- Must have a valid passport and driver's license.