Robotics and Controls Specialist, Convergix Automation
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ROBOT001247 Posted: July 8, 2024 Full-Time On-site Locations
London, ON N6N1E2, CAN Description
Robotics & Controls Specialist What Would a Typical Day Look Like? As a Robotics & Controls Specialist at Convergix Automation, you will play a crucial role in contributing to various robotic projects, including case packers, palletizers, and assembly cells. Your primary responsibilities will revolve around programming PLCs, HMIs, industrial robots, and vision systems for Convergix's custom automation equipment. In addition to software development, you will also be responsible for testing at Convergix's facility and providing equipment installation support at customer sites across North America. Key Responsibilities: Provide expertise and guidance to the engineering team during the early project stages to develop functional specifications and set design direction. Assist the mechanical and electrical design teams in the selection, testing, and integration of hardware such as robots, motion controllers, sensors, and vision systems. Design and develop code for automation equipment (PLCs, HMIs, Industrial Robots, Vision Systems) aligning with functional requirements and Convergix's internal programming standards. Debug and commission control systems during integration at Convergix's facility and customer sites. Conduct comprehensive testing of machine functionality to ensure the integrity and compliance of the system with customer specifications. Travel to customer and supplier sites for installation, commissioning, and training purposes. Collaborate with the systems design department and other teams to continuously enhance controls technology integration for improved safety, functionality, and cost-efficiency. Ensure adherence to labor and material budgets and scheduled delivery dates. Prepare accurate documentation for each project including operator, maintenance, and training manuals for each project. Provide technical problem-solving support and training to customers. Note: The nature of the role may require working over weekends or outside standard business hours. Trips to customer sites in North America several times per year, with travel expectations of up to 20% of your time, typically lasting 1-2 weeks. What Qualifies You for this Opportunity? Eagerness to troubleshoot equipment, turn wrenches, and check wiring. Experience with industrial robotics, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and vision systems. Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team and interacting with diverse customers. Ability and willingness to travel within the US and Canada. Intermediate skill level with Fanuc or ABB robots, Rockwell/AB controls and FactoryTalk View HMIs. Proven track record of delivering successful projects on time, on budget, and with customer satisfaction. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. A bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or comparable) is preferred. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear. Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds. What does CONVERGIX Offer You? Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including: Comprehensive benefits and 401K/RRSP packages (including health, dental, vision coverage and more!) Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development Hands on experience with the latest automation technologies and tools A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS Convergix Automation Solutions designs, engineers and integrates hardware and software to automate its customers' operations. Our vision is to become the ultimate trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world-renowned processes and diverse experience. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted. CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.
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Job Category:
Engineering Requisition Number:
ROBOT001247 Posted: July 8, 2024 Full-Time On-site Locations
London, ON N6N1E2, CAN Description
Robotics & Controls Specialist What Would a Typical Day Look Like? As a Robotics & Controls Specialist at Convergix Automation, you will play a crucial role in contributing to various robotic projects, including case packers, palletizers, and assembly cells. Your primary responsibilities will revolve around programming PLCs, HMIs, industrial robots, and vision systems for Convergix's custom automation equipment. In addition to software development, you will also be responsible for testing at Convergix's facility and providing equipment installation support at customer sites across North America. Key Responsibilities: Provide expertise and guidance to the engineering team during the early project stages to develop functional specifications and set design direction. Assist the mechanical and electrical design teams in the selection, testing, and integration of hardware such as robots, motion controllers, sensors, and vision systems. Design and develop code for automation equipment (PLCs, HMIs, Industrial Robots, Vision Systems) aligning with functional requirements and Convergix's internal programming standards. Debug and commission control systems during integration at Convergix's facility and customer sites. Conduct comprehensive testing of machine functionality to ensure the integrity and compliance of the system with customer specifications. Travel to customer and supplier sites for installation, commissioning, and training purposes. Collaborate with the systems design department and other teams to continuously enhance controls technology integration for improved safety, functionality, and cost-efficiency. Ensure adherence to labor and material budgets and scheduled delivery dates. Prepare accurate documentation for each project including operator, maintenance, and training manuals for each project. Provide technical problem-solving support and training to customers. Note: The nature of the role may require working over weekends or outside standard business hours. Trips to customer sites in North America several times per year, with travel expectations of up to 20% of your time, typically lasting 1-2 weeks. What Qualifies You for this Opportunity? Eagerness to troubleshoot equipment, turn wrenches, and check wiring. Experience with industrial robotics, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and vision systems. Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team and interacting with diverse customers. Ability and willingness to travel within the US and Canada. Intermediate skill level with Fanuc or ABB robots, Rockwell/AB controls and FactoryTalk View HMIs. Proven track record of delivering successful projects on time, on budget, and with customer satisfaction. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. A bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or comparable) is preferred. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear. Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds. What does CONVERGIX Offer You? Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including: Comprehensive benefits and 401K/RRSP packages (including health, dental, vision coverage and more!) Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development Hands on experience with the latest automation technologies and tools A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS Convergix Automation Solutions designs, engineers and integrates hardware and software to automate its customers' operations. Our vision is to become the ultimate trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world-renowned processes and diverse experience. We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted. CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.
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