Project Automation Leader

Vianode; Old Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Project Automation Leader to drive automation in battery technology. This role involves collaborating with the Owner’s Team and external contractors during the FEED phase of a large-scale project. You will lead an automation team, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and optimize production processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable battery solutions, paving the way for a greener future. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about automation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Remote Work Flexibility

Professional Development Opportunities

Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience in large-scale projects.
• Strong technical competence in automation and team management.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation team and ensure project adherence to standards.
• Implement and optimize automated solutions for production efficiency.

Skills

Automation

DCS Systems

Robotics

Industrial AI

Team Leadership

Project Management

Planning Automation Projects

Knowledge of Canadian Standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Automation

Higher Degree (Advantage)

Tools

Automation Systems

Project Management Software

Job description

Join Our Team as Project Automation Leader: Shaping the Future of Battery Technology

Vianode is an advanced battery materials company providing sustainable anode graphite solutions for the battery and EV value chains in North America and Europe. Vianode’s breakthrough solution enables tailored high-performance synthetic anode graphite and a holistic sustainability offering including a 90% reduction in CO2 footprint. The company is currently preparing to start its first full-scale plant at Herøya, Norway, before executing its multi-billion dollar phased investment program for large-scale plants in North America and Europe. The long-term ambition is to supply advanced battery materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030. Vianode is owned by the world-leading industrial and financial companies Hydro and Altor.

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About the Position: We are seeking a skilled Project Automation Leader to join our team. You will work closely with the Owner’s Team and external contractors during the FEED phase of a large-scale project (counting ~90,000 I/O’s), ensuring technical accuracy and project goal adherence. Key responsibilities include driving and coordinating activities within the automation discipline throughout the project period. When in operation, implementing and optimizing automated solutions to increase the efficiency and quality of our production processes. Position will report to Vice President Automation, IT and Digitalisation in at Owner.

Main responsibilities:

• Be an integrated part of the Owner’s Team, working closely with the EPCM contractor to establish best practices and standardization within the automation discipline throughout the project period.
• Ensure safety, corporate, and quality standards are met in all automation processes.
• Build up and lead an automation team to build and operate automation systems in the factory.
• Contribute to the development and follow-up of the owner’s automation strategies, corporate standards and action plans.
• Assess proposed specifications, automation designs, equipment selections, and installation plans.
• Support the bidding and selection process for the execution phase.
• Address any discrepancies or deviations from project specifications.
• Propose useful document additions and improvements.
• Build up and lead the internal automation discipline team.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum a bachelor's degree in automation, electrical, cybernetics, or equivalent. A higher degree is an advantage.
• 10+ years of industry experience, especially in large-scale projects.
• Good technical competence in automation, including knowledge of DCS systems, robotics, and industrial AI.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of automation specialists at Vianode's plants and with our external partners.
• Solid experience with planning and implementing automation projects.
• Experience with design and development of automation systems for batch and continuous processes.
• International and multi-cultural experience (a strong asset).
• Knowledge of Canadian codes, standards, and regulations.
• Team management experience.
• English fluency required.
• Availability to travel.

Location: Initially Remote (home office). Will be required to be on-site at the execution phase.

The specific location of this role is confidential and will be revealed to selected applicants.

At Vianode, we believe in “The power of we.” The Vianode way is collaboration on every level. Together, we unleash a force greater than the sum of each one of us, and we acknowledge every individual effort in our shared accomplishments.

You are a great fit for our team if you:

• Take charge and enjoy being part of a fast-growing, agile, pioneering company that depends on personal initiative, responsibility, and drive.
• Like to challenge the status quo by being courageous and committed.
• Want to keep learning, personally and professionally, and continuously pursue opportunities to develop and improve.

Why Join Vianode?

Join us on our mission to deliver the most efficient solutions to reduce battery industry emissions. Together, we're pioneering anode graphite technology for a carbon-neutral society, paving the way for the green transition and a more sustainable future.

Apply today!

Vianode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We look forward to welcoming candidates who share our vision for a sustainable future.