Automation Validation Team Lead

LMI Technologies; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 97,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative technology company as an Automation Validation Team Lead. In this pivotal role, you will lead a multidisciplinary team, driving the development of cutting-edge 3D machine vision solutions. Your expertise in mechanical design and automation will be essential as you oversee projects, establish standards, and collaborate across departments to ensure the highest quality of products. This role offers the opportunity to work with exciting technologies in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusiveness. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in mechanical design and automation/controls.
• Strong leadership experience managing engineering staff.
• Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Automation Validation team and oversee projects.
• Establish standards and guidelines for automation processes.
• Manage delivery expectations against key project milestones.

Skills

Leadership

Data Analysis

Mechanical Design

Automation/Controls

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Lean Process Development

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Mechatronics

Degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

EPDM

Google G-suite

Python

Job description

LMI Technologies, recognized as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces, is a medium-sized technology company built on a culture of openness, respect and professional excellence. At LMI, our staff work passionately toward the common goal of designing and delivering innovative 3D machine vision solutions to OEMs and System Integrators working in industrial factory automation around the world. The result of this teamwork is high-performance, easy-to-implement and cost-effective 3D sensor technologies that deliver the best results in even the most challenging 3D inline inspection applications.

What will you do as an Automation Validation Team Lead?

The Automation Validation (AV) Team Lead plays a pivotal role within LMI by providing leadership and oversight of the AV team and the related projects. The Automation and Validation teams projects include new production automation equipment design, product validation, process engineering and overall systems engineering. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team that engages with every department across the organization to ensure our Gocators are designed and manufactured to the highest standard. You will work in a supportive team environment working with exciting technologies.

Working as part of our global Technology (R&D) team, you will report to the Senior Product Engineering Manager and work at our Burnaby head office. You will have oversight of Automation Designer/Engineers in the AV team.

Project duties include:

• Data analysis, validation test design and analysis, automation equipment design and support, mechanical, electrical, control systems design and process control and design.

Responsibilities:

• Establishes standards and guidelines for the Automation Validation team which is regularly reviewed and approved by the group manager.
• Make strategic decisions about automation processes based on inputs from multiple departments.
• Work with the sensor design team to roll out new product introductions to validate product features and integrate into existing or new automation infrastructure.
• Carries out regular design reviews with the team and across departments.
• Produce task lists to breakdown project assignments into appropriate level of detail.
• Manage delivery expectations against key project milestones.
• Create and oversee standard processes for product validation based on existing ISO and worksafe BC standards.
• Employ a scientific & data-driven approach to verify and validate equipment designs; both individually and with the team.
• Leads Lean-Six-Sigma principles & best practices within the LMI Technology group to assist with product quality improvements and standardization of designs / manufacturing processes.
• Design, Develop, and Optimize micron-level automation equipment for optical manufacturing processes (i.e. alignment and calibration).
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Produce efficient documentation for knowledge transfer across groups (i.e. design validation, assembly, commissioning, maintenance).
• Ability to interpret technical data to effectively design and support mechatronic systems.
• Lead commissioning of new automation equipment or production jigs.
• Trains team members and provides input to (or completes) employee performance evaluations.
• Maintains day-to-day communication with the team on inter-company teams and functions.

What do you need to be successful?

• Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Electrical/Controls Engineering.
• 5-10 years working experience in a related field, with a focus on mechanical design and automation/controls.
• Background in leading a team and driving goals and milestones.
• Must be able to provide strong leadership and manage engineering staff of like discipline.
• Strong fundamentals in data analysis to produce meaningful conclusions.
• Strong knowledge of SolidWorks, EPDM and mechanical design principles particularly with respect to CNC-based precision part design.
• Familiarity with electrical and wiring diagrams for automation equipment.
• Familiarity with fundamental hand and machine shop tools is valued.
• Good working knowledge of motion control systems.
• Strong understanding of metrology in application.
• Strong understanding of machine vision tools/algorithms is an asset.
• Strong understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T or ISO GPS Standard.
• Background in a role that was focused on lean process and development is an asset.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma Black Belt is an asset.
• Must be a “driver” – able to search and track down information as required to support development activities.
• Proficiency in communicating concepts and findings with clarity in verbal and written communication.
• Experience in design of experiments and the application of scientific methods.
• Pursues problem solving with clear understanding of facts and defined test plan and solution strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required to function effectively in a team environment across departments.
• Strong knowledge of Google G-suite or other Office productivity software.
• Knowledge of Python or other coding is an asset.
• Experience with presenting project ideas and business cases with accompanying analysis is an asset.
• Familiarity with optical systems such as lenses, cameras or filters is an asset.

Salary Range: $97,600 - $139,000

How to submit your interest?

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and working for a fast-growing global technology company with an inspiring and engaging workplace environment, please submit your application to our Human Resources team in confidence by clicking the “Apply Now” button.

While we appreciate your interest in LMI very much, we are only able to respond to candidates selected for further consideration. We look forward to talking to you about the possibilities of beginning a rewarding new chapter of your career!

Why being inclusive is important to us?

At LMI Technologies, we are an Equal Opportunity employer and we value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. We strive to build and grow our team that fosters variety in backgrounds, perspectives, experiences and skills. We embrace inclusiveness in our workplace, so we can utilize each person’s talents and strengths.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance
• Industries: Automation Machinery Manufacturing