Senior Controls Engineer

Axis Automation; Brampton; On-site; CAD 138,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic automation company in Peel Region, Brampton is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to lead projects and design control systems for custom automation solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in control engineering, with expertise in PLC, HMI, and system design. The role involves collaboration with engineers and customers, ensuring optimal automation solutions. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a Controls/automation focused role.
• Willing to travel domestically approximately 10%-20%.
• Design experience with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system designs.
• Lead assigned projects and direct project teams.
• Ensure equipment meets industry safety guidelines.

Skills

Electrical system design

Pneumatic system design

Hydraulic system design

PLC programming

HMI programming

Robotic programming

Motion Control

Vision Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in related engineering field

Tools

RSLogix5000

TIA Portal

AutoCAD Electrical

FactoryTalk

Cognex

Job description

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Axis Automation is looking for career-oriented Controls Engineers to join a dynamic, tight-knit team creating custom factory automation equipment. We're a company with big ambitions - plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement!

Axis leverages the teamwork of our leading engineers and machine builders to conceptualize, design, integrate, deploy and service factory automation systems for forward-thinking manufacturing customers. Our team has decades of automation experience, spanning hundreds of projects and thousands of automation configurations.

Position Title : Senior Controls Engineer

This is an on-site position in Grand Rapids, MI. Axis does not currently offer remote positions or relocation packages.

Position Description : Senior Controls Engineers work with other Controls Engineers, Project Managers, Mechanical Engineers, Builders, Technicians and other personnel to design, implement and document control systems for various types of automation and robotic equipment. The Senior Controls Engineer will have a substantial years of experience in Controls Engineering and Controls Design, with recognized technical expertise, ability to lead larger projects, interface with customers, support other team members, and be a self-starter. You will be involved with electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic system design, simulation, PLC, HMI, robotic and peripheral device programming, machine debug and validation / buyoff. Travel to customer sites for installation, startup, and support of equipment represents 10-20% of time.

Responsibilities :

• Develop electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system designs of automated work cells.
• Lead assigned projects and direct project teams as well as monitor Controls timelines.
• Interpret customer specifications and communicate effectively to produce machinery that meets both customer and Axis Automation specifications.
• Follow customer dictated design and programming methodology.
• Ensure equipment meets industry safety guidelines.
• Lead Controls design and simulation presentations with internal team, customers and suppliers.
• Develop well-crafted code to provide automated machinery that meets or exceeds customer efficiency demands.
• Provide real-time debug and runoff support for automated machinery at Axis Automation as well as customer facilities.
• Real-time communication with company management and project teams on developments.
• Professional management of customer relationships and requests.
• Communicate with vendors to specify and source major purchased components.
• Ability to train and teach less experienced Controls Engineers and Co-Ops / Interns.
• Create and improve standards and procedures for the Controls department.
• Support build and electrical teams.
• Take project assignment and direction from Controls Engineering Manager.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in related engineering field preferred

5+ years’ experience in a Controls / automation focused role

Willing to travel domestically approximately 10%-20%

Programming experience with PLC, HMI, Robot (pendant and simulation programming), Motion Control, and Vision Systems

Design experience with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems

Preferred software experience : RSLogix5000 / 500, Studio5000, TIA Portal, FactoryTalk, Ignition, ProView, AutoCAD Electrical, Robot Studio, Roboguide, Motosim, Keyence, and Cognex softwares.

Estimated Total Compensation : $100,000-$125,000

Benefits : Axis offers a comprehensive benefits package to our employees with immediate eligibility upon hire

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

Automation Machinery Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Machinery Manufacturing

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