Job Description

An Applications person is responsible for planning, managing and developing custom automation solutions for the Life Sciences industry. The role requires a highly motivated individual with integrated engineering problem solving capabilities, project management skills, and general business aptitude.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Analyzing and understanding customer’s technical requirements
• Proposal development planning
• Managing a proposal development team including ATS subject matter experts
• Developing concepts for custom automation solutions
• Understanding, defining, and managing technical risk
• Sourcing and managing “best-in-class” third party suppliers through the proposal phase
• Traveling to customer sites to review current manufacturing practices / solutions and presenting technical proposals
• Developing cost models for proposed solutions including estimates for labour and purchased items
• Presenting solutions and costing to senior management to for approvals
• Participation in sales strategy development, working with the ATS capture teams
• Implementing sales strategies jointly with our sales team, including developing presentation materials
• Writing technical proposals
• Collaborating with other ATS divisions worldwide to integrate alternative technologies

CAREER PATHING :

Applications will be exposed to both the Sales and Operations side of the business with the following potential career paths available to successful employees; Project Management, Sales / Account Management, Automation Engineering, and Applications Management.

Qualifications

Education :

A post-secondary diploma or degree in mechanical / systems / electrical engineering or equivalent. Previous co-op work term experience to complement school projects and assignments is ideal.

Experience :

The preferred candidate must have the required post-secondary education coupled with a strong mechanical aptitude. A working knowledge and / or familiarity with design for automation, robotics, machine controls, and manufacturing processes are beneficial. Successful candidates have excellent communication skills and present engaging technical solutions with ease. This individual sets themselves apart from others because they understand the big picture and are capable of diving deep into the details. The ideal candidate is passionate about solving technical challenges and is compelled to beat the competition!

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply Why YOU should join our ATS Life Sciences Systems team :

We value our PEOPLE - The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower and energize our people. The best people want to work with the best team - the best teams are diverse and inclusive teams. What we do MATTERS - our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world! ATS has made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030!

INNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVING is at our core - Our pursuit of continuous improvement in everything we do. Our focus is on building diverse teams, stimulating innovation by challenging conventional thinking, encouraging fresh ideas and promoting creative problem-solving

We prioritize internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT - ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development – with a tuition reimbursement program, individual development programs and a commitment to promoting from within - there is space for you to grow your career at ATS!

We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards - Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, Employee Incentive Bonus program, comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account, 4% RRSP matching program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program

A place to BELONG : We celebrate our differences and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. We believe that diversity of thought, background, and experiences is essential for our success and innovation.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary