Software Designer Team Lead

Eclipse Automation; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and personal days

RRSP matching

Snack program

Job summary

Eclipse Automation is seeking a Software Designer Team Lead to guide controls software design and project execution in Cambridge, Ontario. This full-time role requires coordinating policy implementation, liaising with departments, and ensuring on-time delivery while upholding Eclipse standards.

You will lead a team, review design deliverables, foster continuous improvement, and maintain strong relationships with partners and customers.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in Electrical, Systems, Mechatronics, or Robotics Automation Technology.
• Proficient with MS Office and electrical/automation concepts.
• 7+ years in the custom automation industry with strong leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate controls software design activities and project execution.
• Maintain project milestones, review deliverables, and ensure ISO standards compliance.
• Mentor staff, prioritize tasks, and liaise with departments and customers.
• Drive software development, integration, and on-time delivery for projects.
• Advance policies and continuous improvement within the department.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

MS Office

Education

University Degree or College Diploma in Electrical, Systems, Mechatronics, or Robotics Automation Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens

Job description

Job Title: Software Designer Team Lead

Location: Cambridge, ON | On-site

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $50.00 - $62.00/hour

Benefits

• RRSP
• health/dental/vision package
• reimbursement for tuition and professional dues
• paid vacation
• personal days
• sick days

Get To Know Us

Eclipse Automation delivers cutting-edge custom automated manufacturing solutions across multiple industries. We combine advanced automation expertise with digital innovation to create smart, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing systems. Our global network includes facilities in Canada, the United States and Hungary ensuring regional expertise and global strength.

The Position

The Controls Software Design Project/Team Lead will provide leadership and coordination of Controls Software Design functions. The incumbent will assist in the development and implementation of Controls Engineering policies and procedures, liaise directly with other department personnel to ensure project goals are met on schedule, while delivering the Eclipse Vision and the Eclipse Entrepreneurial Culture.

What You’ll Be Doing

Technical

• Recognize problems, initiate action, assist in problem solving, and evaluate results on major issues prior to shipment of equipment to the customer
• Review any applicable customer software design standards and ensure compliance on project execution
• Perform code reviews and ensure that all Software Design deliverables meet the Eclipse high standards of quality, reliability, and safety
• Drive project software development and integration effort through project completion

Leadership

• Guide, direct, teach, assist, and advise department staff on software design practices and standards
• Guide, organize, and coordinate assigned staff to prioritize project delivery
• Lead the software design project team to ensure project contract deliverables are met
• Work to specific project milestones provided by project management
• Promote positive relations with partners, customers, vendors, and distributors
• Recommend and consistently administer policies and procedures to enhance department operations and support continuous improvement
• Enforce and promote Eclipse policies throughout the entire company including Human Resources, personal development, safety, and environmental
• Recommend Eclipse Database improvements on an ongoing basis to increase efficiency throughout the company
• Liaise between all departments to ensure on time delivery of Eclipse machinery and equipment
• Work with Human Resources and abide by the Employment Standards Act and the Eclipse Employee Handbook
• Promote environmentally and ergonomically safe conceptual product and/or processes to ensure safety of Eclipse personnel and the customer’s employees
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Eclipse Automation Inc. Conduct Code
• Adhere to the Eclipse Project Operating Policy
• Maintain company confidentiality
• Maintain a good corporate citizen role in support of the Eclipse Corporate Vision
• Adhere to all Health and Safety rules and procedures
• Complete other duties and projects as assigned
• Foster the development of a culture reflective of the core values of the business

Project Execution

• Act as the point-of-contact for the PM department for all for assigned projects
• Update project completion with respect to weekly confirmation of critical milestones, labour hours, and percent complete on project
• Ensure scheduled milestones are met and escape to Project Management if a milestone is at risk
• Update Open Issues List as required
• Assist in performance reviews
• Attend appropriate meetings
• Assume full responsibility for software design scope of assigned projects
• Delegation of duties of the software design project to team members
• Ensure that Company ISO Standards are followed
• Ensure project tasks are entered correctly and promptly for accurate man hour records for Project Management department
• Respond to CARs issued to the department, as requested

Travel

• Expectation of travel up to 25% of the time could be anticipated, however this may be exceeded in exceptional circumstances to meet project needs

What We're Looking For

Education

• Has successfully completed either a University Degree or College Diploma in Electrical, Systems, or Mechatronics, or Robotics Automation Technology
• Must have intermediate level experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens, and be proficient with MS Office

Experience

• 7+ years of experience in the custom automation industry
• Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate teams to produce quality results within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage multiple projects
• Facilitate and actively participate in group/project meetings

What We Offer

• Reimbursement for tuition and professional dues
• 3 weeks of vacation and 3 paid personal days (to start)
• RRSP matching program
• Free snack program

Why Join Us

Here at Eclipse Automation, creation and innovation are at our core, and our culture reflects that. Fast-paced and continuously fostering growth, we encourage the entrepreneurial spirit that our teams embody, and leverage each of their strengths to do better for our people, our clients, and our communities.

Our teams are made up of innovators, thinkers, and doers, with the know-how and expertise to exceed expectations, and the relentless spirit to create and reinvent. Our people are what enable us to live up to our name – to eclipse all others, inspiring and creating outcomes that change the world.

Eclipse Automation is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive work environment. It is our policy to recruit and select applicants solely on the basis of their qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law.

At Eclipse Automation, we believe in the power of human connection. We do not use AI in our hiring process; every application is personally reviewed by a member of our team to ensure each candidate receives careful consideration.

This publicly advertised job posting is for an existing vacancy. We are seeking a qualified candidate to join our team and assume the responsibilities of this role.

Eclipse Automation encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Those in need of accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process should [e-mail]. Any information received that relates to accommodation needs of a candidate will be addressed in a confidential manner.