Automation Technologist

Ecolab Inc. • Calgary, AB

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About The Position

The Automation Technologist is responsible for building, implementing, maintaining, and supporting automated manufacturing and test systems used in the production and validation of CoolIT products. This role works closely with Automation Specialists, Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams to install, troubleshoot, improve, and sustain automation equipment, PLC-controlled systems, robotic equipment, industrial controls, and automated test platforms. The Automation Technologist plays a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, improving test efficiency, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across test activities at CoolIT.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical, or related field.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and system documentation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and working independently in a fast-paced, evolving production setting.
• Safety-conscious mindset with knowledge of industrial safety and machine safeguarding principles.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a high-tech, electronics, or fluid systems manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with industrial networking protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus).
• Background in automated testing, motion control, and servo systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and support automated manufacturing and test equipment.
• Assist in the development, modification, and validation of PLC programs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.
• Build, wire, configure, and troubleshoot electrical control panels, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation.
• Support automated test stations by configuring hardware, software, and communication interfaces.
• Assist in developing and maintaining Python-based automation tools for test execution, data collection, reporting, and workflow automation.
• Support Power BI dashboards by collecting, validating, and organizing manufacturing and test data.
• Diagnose and resolve automation equipment issues involving PLCs, industrial networks, robotics, sensors, motion systems, and software.
• Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and validation of automated equipment.
• Assist with integrating new test equipment and automation technologies.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
• Support factory equipment upgrades, continuous improvement projects, and process optimization initiatives.
• Maintain documentation including electrical drawings, software revisions, equipment settings, operating procedures, and maintenance records.
• Assist with vendor coordination, equipment installation, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions for equipment failures.
• Train testers and production personnel on automated equipment operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Follow all company safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and machine safeguarding standards.

Benefits

• Vacation and flex days
• Paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season
• Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending
• Retention rewards like “The Big Coffee Break” that reward tenure with additional vacation time and a monetary bonus.
• Company sponsored RRSP plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level