Automation Engineer – Space Systems & Lean Manufacturing

Wainbee; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space in Montreal is seeking an Automation Engineer to join our Satellite Systems team. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary production group to manufacture space products, overseeing assembly, integration, testing and documentation from design through delivery.

You will drive continuous improvement, apply Lean Manufacturing concepts, and participate in PLCs and ERP/MES integration. Bilingual English/French required; security clearance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Engineering Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual English and French communication.
• Programming experience in Python, C#, SQL, C++, Java, VB.NET is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Suggest and implement new technologies such as robots, vision systems and maintenance tools.
• Analyze and validate existing processes and deploy new solutions.
• Develop satellite programs and databases linking ERP/MES and production.
• Program PCs, PLCs and controller systems for new or optimized systems.
• Create electrical and pneumatic plans and document improvement projects.
• Write operating procedures and maintenance plans for automated equipment.
• Production support after start-up and monitor performance metrics.

Skills

Python

C#

SQL

C++

Java

VB.NET

English/French bilingual

Education

Engineering Bachelor's degree

Tools

PLC

Job description

MDA Space in Montreal is seeking an Automation Engineer to join our Satellite Systems team. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary production group to manufacture space products, overseeing assembly, integration, testing and documentation from design through delivery.

You will drive continuous improvement, apply Lean Manufacturing concepts, and participate in PLCs and ERP/MES integration. Bilingual English/French required; security clearance is mandatory.