Senior Controls Design Engineer- Hardware

Senior Controls Design Engineer - Hardware

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Job Description

About the Role

As a Controls Design Engineer you will be the driving force behind bringing ATS machines to life. You will be part of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working to design and commission world-class automation solutions. You will drive impact in developing machine concepts, designing hardware for electrical / mechanical systems worldwide. You will have the opportunity to design the electrical and pneumatic systems for state-of-the-art automation equipment with PLCs, PCs, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, dispense systems, laser systems and other leading-edge technologies.

About ATS Industrial Automation

With 40+ years of experience bringing excellence to the automation field, ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. We leverage our experience by creating custom automation, repeat automation, and services in industries such as transportation, consumer products and energy.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical and pneumatic schematics specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS design approach.
• Create complete electrical schematics including power distribution; motor control; safety; PLC, PC or robot I / O; analog I / O; fuse and wire sizing; and detailed panel layouts.
• Work directly with customers for concept development and advise customer on solving technical problems.
• Debug and commission electrical / pneumatic systems at our facility and on-site at customer locations.
• Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, dispense systems and lasers.
• Integrate off-the-shelf equipment and electronic components into systems including network and serial communications, motion control equipment, analog instrumentation, vision inspection systems, electrical and ultrasonic welding equipment and other electrically controlled systems.
• Work with mechanical designers during mechanical design reviews to specify sensing devices suitable to applications on factory automation projects.
• Work with the controls software team to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and reduced cost.
• Problem solve alongside designers, toolmakers and electricians to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
• Generate and verify I / O lists for use in the shop by programmers and technicians to assist in construction of equipment and systems.
• Follow and contribute to quality program (e.g., ISO / NQA) procedures.
• 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.

Travel Responsibilities

Qualifications

Post-secondary degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, systems, or computer engineering.

6+ years of experience in electrical controls systems design and development with experience in robotics, machine building and automation system environments.

Health and Safety Requirements

Benefits

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior Level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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