Automation Offres d'emploi - Boucherville, QC

We're Hiring : Automation Engineer – Join Our Fast-Growing Team!

Are you ready to contribute to the success of a dynamic company and take on exciting challenges?

Planiform , a leader in automated conveyor systems , is looking for a full-time Automation Engineer to join our Terrebonne, QC team!

For over 50 years , Planiform has been a leader in designing, manufacturing, and installing automated conveyor systems for distribution centers and retail stores . Our solutions, including the HIVE and Carousel Pick Module (CPM) , help optimize operations and improve efficiency for customers across the globe.

This position is aimed at creative engineers who are passionate about technical challenges and eager to fully dedicate themselves to the design and optimization of innovative R&D solutions. It is ideal for those who prioritize the technical aspects of creative engineering over management and are driven by a passion for excellence in automation and robotic system development.

Key Responsibilities :

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration : Work closely with project managers and the existing R&D technical team (automation, mechanical, software, electrical) to develop a cutting-edge robotic system designed to automate the storage of hanging garments for global e-commerce platforms.
• Research and Development : Play an active role in R&D, involving both computer-aided design work and hands-on experimentation in the company’s dedicated laboratory to test and evaluate robot behavior. The goal is to finalize the development of an initial system and prepare it for market readiness.
• Technical Project Management : Handle end-to-end automation tasks, including programming industrial programmable logic controllers (PLCs), managing IT systems, and overseeing the design of electrical panels.
• Collaborative Innovation : Actively participate in brainstorming sessions for the project, contributing to idea generation and problem-solving.
• Mechanical Design : Occasionally collaborate with mechanical engineers to assist in the development and design of the system’s mechanical components.
• Validation and Testing : Lead the factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) phases at the first client’s location to ensure compliance and performance before deployment.
• Commissioning and Support : Carry out system commissioning and provide ongoing technical support as a key resource for the efficient operation and optimization of installations.
• Continuous Improvement : Once the initial system is operational, contribute to the continuous improvement of the robotic system to support the company’s ambition of remaining a global leader in automated garment handling.
• Versatility and Adaptation : Take on various related tasks to support project progress, adapting strategies and techniques as needed to meet team objectives.

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