automation technician

Education

• College / CEGEP
• Information technology
• Automation engineer technology / technician
• Mechanical engineering / mechanical technology / technician

Work setting

• Manufacture

Tasks

• Install machinery
• Assist in inspection of mechanical installations and construction projects
• Assist in preparing design, drawings and specifications
• Assist in the design of moulds, tools, dies, jigs and fixtures
• Carry out a limited range of mechanical tests and analyses of machines, components and materials
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• Design tools, moulds, jigs and fixtures
• Prepare and interpret engineering design, drawings and specifications
• Supervise maintenance programs or operation of mechanical plants
• Test machines and equipment

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Type of materials

• Glass

Computer and technology knowledge

• Mastercam CAD / CAM
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk REVIT
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Project
• MS Word
• Programmable logic controller (PLC)
• Use computer numerical control (CNC) machines

Area of work experience

• Embedded systems
• Research and development

Area of specialization

• Automatic transmission
• Architectural design

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Shift

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Overtime required

Health benefits

• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Other benefits

• Team building opportunities