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PLC Programmer/Controls Software DesignerSamuel, Son & Co. • Waterloo, ON, Canada
PLC Programmer/Controls Software Designer

PLC Programmer/Controls Software Designer

Samuel, Son & Co. • Waterloo, ON, Canada
2 days ago
Salary
CA$37.85 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Designs, programs, commissions, installs and services automated machinery in accordance with customer requirements and external (CSA, ESA, OSHA, etc), company and department standards and policies. Generally, involves the application of the following technologies; PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, robots, servo systems, industrial networks, databases and PC based software applications.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Required to work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company Health and Safety and Other Policies
  • Communicate with engineering in order to fully understand sequence of operations
  • Validate machinery operations in conjunction with assemblers and electricians
  • Assist in the design control systems in accordance with customer requirements and company and department standards
  • Provide technical guidance to other team members with respect to the implementation of particular standards and programming techniques
  • Program control systems in accordance with customer requirements, company and department standards, and project specific designs
  • Commission, install and service machinery at the customer site
  • May provide technical training to customer operations and maintenance staff
  • Maintain red-lined electrical drawings, as a record of changes made during wiring and debugging

You’ll Be Great At

  • Must have significant knowledge and practical experience the following areas:
  • Wiring panels and automated machinery
  • Programming PLCs & HMIs
  • Programming Vision Systems
  • Programming Robots
  • Programming Servo Systems
  • Programming using C++, VB in a Microsoft environment, preferably .Net
  • Database design and implementation
  • Implementation of Industrial Networks
  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills in the English language
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and internal team members

Level of Autonomy and Authority

  • Works as a fully qualified professional without detailed supervision, but within clear guidelines, defined standards and specifications. Difficult, complex or unusual matters are referred to more senior authority.
  • Generally responsible for the design and programming of complete lines or stand-alone machines
  • May guide and monitor the work of other more junior engineers and technical staff working within the controls department or on the same projects
  • Provides input to management with respect to the evolution of company and department technical standards and designs

Key Requirements (Education, Experience, and Qualifications)

  • College or University degree in engineering or related discipline
  • A minimum of 3 to 5 years progressive experience designing or implementing software and control systems in conjunction with automated machinery, after graduation
  • Must have a valid passport and driver’s license, as well as the ability to travel to customer sites both locally and internationally
  • Must be available to travel for periods of up to 3 weeks

Special Requirements (physical demands and work environment):

Must be physically able to work with automated machinery from standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling and crouching positions. Must be able to work in all types of manufacturing environments (oil, dust, etc). May need to lift and/or move moderate weight.

The expected compensation range for this position is $37.85-$47.31. This range includes base pay and target variable pay. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent pay practices. This range reflects the expected full compensation range for the role; most offers will fall within the range and not at the maximum in order to allow for future growth.

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