Senior Vision Controls Design Engineer

About the role

ATS Industrial Automation is an industry-leading automation solutions provider with 40+ years of experience. We design and commission world-class automation solutions for various industries including transportation, consumer products, and energy.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop machine vision solutions specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods.
• Debug and commission control systems at our facility and on-site at customer locations.
• Select, test and integrate hardware and software components for vision systems (lenses, polarization filters, vision algorithms) with robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, dispense systems and lasers.
• Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and reduced cost.
• Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to ensure that labor and material budgets as well as scheduled delivery dates are adhered to or improved upon.
• Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems in order to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
• Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness.
• Provide accurate documentation for each project.
• Advise customer on solving technical problems.
• Follow and contribute to quality program (ex. ISO / NQA) procedures.
• Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure).
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures. This includes following LOTO procedures and wearing appropriate PPE.

Qualifications

• Education: Post-secondary degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, systems, or computer engineering is preferred. Certified Vision Professional (CVP) is an asset.
• Experience: 6+ years of experience in engineering design, development, programming and commissioning vision systems, automated systems, custom machinery or industrial equipment. Understanding and hands-on experience with PLCs, robotics control systems and machine operation is an asset.
• Skills: Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with the ability to work either independently and part of a team in fast-paced environments. Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem solving skills.

Travel Responsibilities

This position requires frequent and extended travel, both domestically and internationally. You must be fully prepared to spend significant time at customer and supplier sites, often on short notice, to support system installation, commissioning, and training.

Additional Information

HEALTH, SAFETY, & ENVIRONMENTAL (HSE) REQUIREMENTS: - Work in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures - Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods - Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts - Report defect in any equipment or protective device - Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks - Attend all required health, safety and environmental training - Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor - Assist in investigating accidents/incidents - Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct

Join our ATS Industrial Automation Team because:

• We VALUE our People: The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower, and energize our people.
• We’ve got GREAT Work Perks: We provide a variety of perks to our employees. Make sure you ask more about our flexible work schedules, employee events, free coffee beverages, employee referral program and safety shoe programs.
• We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards: Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance, comprehensive health benefits, 401K matching program, Employee Incentive Bonus program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program.
• We support internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT: ATS Automation offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development, including tuition reimbursement programs and our commitment to promoting from within.