Intermediate Control Systems Software Designer

ATS Automation•Cambridge, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplined team, you will design and develop world-class automation solutions. Duties involve contributing to machine concepts, design of control software, integration of software with electrical and mechanical systems, process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide. Programming and integration assignments involve leading-edge technologies and processes utilizing PLC’s, PC’s, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, laser and other controllers. This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

Requirements

A post-secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent, specializing in mechanical, electrical, systems or computer engineering.
Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
A self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of robotics, control systems and machine operation with hands-on experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods.
Debug and commission control systems at our facility, during the system integration stage and then at the customer’s site during installation.
Travel as required to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning and training duties.
Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems and lasers.
Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and reduced cost.
Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to ensure that labor and material budgets as well as scheduled delivery dates are adhered to or improved upon.
Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems in order to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness.
Provide accurate documentation for each project.
Advise customer on solving technical problems.
Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure).
Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
Work in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures.
Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods.
Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts.
Report defect in any equipment or protective device.
Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks.
Attend all required health, safety and environmental training.
Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor.
Assist in investigating accidents/incidents.
Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct.

Benefits

Compensation: $36.54 to $50.24 CAD per hour
Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus
5% RRSP match
Stock purchase plan
Starting 3 weeks of vacation
Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account
Half-Day Fridays
Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities.
A chance to contribute to something bigger - advancing the future of healthcare through automation.
tuition reimbursement program
individual development programs
commitment to promoting from within
Competitive starting salaries
overtime pay eligibility
paid vacation
Employee Incentive Bonus program
comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account
5% RRSP matching program
optional Employee Share Purchase Program