Robotics / Controls System Engineer

Summary

The Robotics / Controls System Engineer position ties multiple engineering disciplines together. Applicant expected to have a strong mechanical aptitude  to understand the control requirements for complex mechatronic systems.

Must be a self-starter, using exceptional problem solving skills, ingenuity and sound engineering principles to create new, world class automation products

General Duties and Responsibilities

  •              Work closely with Engineering group and customer to determine requirements for projects.
  •              Communicate and work closely with manufacturing and engineering departments to meet objectives and milestones
  •              Implement machine controls systems using various architectures (eg.IEC 61131-3, KUKA KRL)
  •              Design and execute test plans/procedures to verify reliability and machine safety. Analyze results and deliver findings to relevant parties.
  •              Apply the many relevant North American standards to machine controls and electric design (CEC PART 1&2, UL508A, NFPA 70, NFPA 79)
  •              Application of European machine safety & electrical safety directives would be an asset
  •              Design, Implement and troubleshoot industrial communication networks with a variety of physical media and communication protocols.
  •              Produce product testing plans & schedules.
  •              Evaluate new technologies to determine their relevance to future projects.
  •              Commission and support low voltage variable frequency drives in various power levels (600V and below)

Skills and Abilities

  •              Demonstrable track record of developing effective machine control systems
  •              Structured text is preferred as a primary development language. Consideration would be given for any of the IEC 61131-3, Kuka KRL, or .Net C# programing languages.
  •              Strong communication network background with the following protocols EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, CanOPEN / Device Net, Modbus TCP & RTU)
  •              Experience integrating industrial robot systems from Kuka, Panasonic, ABB, Fanuc, or Motoman.
  •              Working knowledge of the relevant robot safety standards.
  •              Windows (XP,7 Embedded, CE7) system administration experience
  •              Strong design skills with attention to detail
  •              Experience with electrical instrumentation equipment
  •              General working knowledge of EPLAN an asset
  •              Ability to quickly assess and integrate third party equipment into final solution
  •              Continuous learning of new technologies as required.
  •              Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  •              Possess well-developed troubleshooting skills, to quickly diagnose issues over email, phone. Provide excellent customer service as required

Qualifications

  •              Degree in relevant Engineering discipline (Computer, Electrical, Mechatronics).
  •              5+ years of relevant industry experience.
  •              Legally able to travel to and from the United States of America

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