Global Innovation Robotics Engineer

McCain Foods; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food company is seeking a Global Innovation Robotics Engineer in Fredericton. This role involves designing and evaluating robotic systems, collaborating with project teams, and supporting innovation efforts. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science and experience in robotics and automation, along with strong simulation skills. The position offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health coverage

Retirement savings benefits

Vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in robotics, vision, automation and/or simulation.
• Experience working in a matrix organization with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and evaluate robotic and automation systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers on requirements.
• Assist in development of simulation capabilities.

Skills

Robotics and Automation

Computer Vision

Simulation

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Industry standard simulation software

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Global Innovation Robotics Engineer

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Position Location: Robotics and Automation COE

Grade: Grade 04

Requisition ID: 38332

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design, simulate, and evaluate robotic and automation systems.
• Collaborate with fellow engineers, project managers, plants, and other stakeholders to understand the requirements and scope of the robotics and automation projects.
• Develop, prototype and test computer vision, sensor and other tools for robotics and automation innovations for McCain.
• Assist in development of simulation capabilities for effectively checking the feasibility and measuring the performance of envisioned robotics and automation solutions.
• Assist in project management, developing solution matrix and lead projects when needed.
• Maintain knowledge of existing and developing technology and trends in sensing, simulation, robotics and automation.
• Support the Innovation team in activities relating to research, development, innovation, and patent drafting.
• Support development of MARS (McCain Advanced Robotics System).
• Maintain, operate and engineer various test benches at Robotics CoE.
• Assist in the operations of the Robotics Center of Excellence (COE).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor’s and/or tertiary qualification in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Robotics, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in robotics, vision, automation and/or simulation
• Experience and comfortable working in a matrix organization with cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders
• Experience in simulation and modelling robotic systems using industry standard software tools
• Role is primarily based on-site at the Robotics Center of Excellence in Fredericton
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 10%
• Flexibility to work across multiple time zones

About McCain

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Leadership principles

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain Experience

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.

Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We’re big believers in the power of working together in person—it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location, so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.

Compensation Package: $67,200.00 - $89,600.00 CAD annually + Bonus Eligibility

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs.

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know, and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

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Job Family: Engineering & Technical

Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Fredericton

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)