Controls Specialist PLC Service, Robotics

Description

Purpose and Scope :

Responsible for programming, debugging, installation and startup of new or modified production and test equipment from the perspective of controls installation.

Responsible for the sustenance of equipment documentation systems from the perspective of obtaining and updating technical reference manuals, instructions and electrical schematics required to service this equipment long term.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Providing support during design, build and commissioning of newly built automation equipment (assembly lines, robotic cells material handling, test equipment and similar)
• Modification of existing production equipment
• Programming PLCs, HMIs, robots, vision and motion systems, safety controllers etc.
• Setting up controls networks (Ethernet / IP, Ethercat )
• Modifications of existing and development of new Labview based programs
• Working with Mechanical Designers, attending design reviews and supporting mechanical design from controls side
• Customer support during equipment commissioning
• Continuous improvements improving existing methods, systems and looking for better ways of approaching a problem
• Prepare technical documentation, user and maintenance manuals, setup procedures etc.
• Employee safety and welfare, and business economic success
• Work as a team member in order to complete the implementation of new or modified production machines in conjunction with new manufacturing projects
• Ensuring the adherence to ISO 45001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, ISO 9001 all Stackpole International policies and any other industry standards in all activities
• Ensure that all levels of safety are implemented into each automation change
• Completion of run at rate process performance testing in conjunction with manufacturing operations
• Must be capable of specifying and sourcing materials and equipment to best suit requirements
• Travel between Stackpole locations both domestic and international
• Coordinate continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications, Education And / or Experience :

• A technical diploma or degree in engineering technology and / or relevant industrial experience
• 5+ yrs experience in an automation / controls environment IN CANADA
• Hands on technical skills with respect to Electrical Systems, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic Systems.
• Expert level in PLC programming (Omron NJ) and Robot programming (Fanuc)
• Knowledge of Labview based systems and ability to program them is definite asset
• Understanding of the SQL database and related software
• Understanding of automotive systems and quality requirements based on IATF 16949 / ISO9001 operating systems
• Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time
• Excellent communications, negotiating, conflict management, and problem solving skills
• Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, at all levels of the organization
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results oriented
26 days ago