Job Description

The world isnt standing still, and neither is ATS Life Sciences - We dont follow the trends. We set them!Are you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history, we are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems, what we do matters we custom design, build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. We are dedicated to assisting our customers in improving the quality of life for people around the world. When there is no room for error, and product failure is not an option, leading life sciences companies trust us to resolve their production challenges.MAJOR DUTIES:Work with the ATS Front End of the Business teams, designers, project managers, and customer to develop, design, and execute system solutions, including automation concepts, functional and critical requirements, and testing that meets the customer's process requirements for automated systems or prototypes.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:xc2xb7 Responsible for learning a customer process and becoming the local expert, to support the design and integration of the machine once it is built, ensuring that all specifications are achieved.xc2xb7 International and domestic travel to supplier and customer facilities to support sales discussions, system testing, and 3rd party equipment buy off (as needed by the business).xc2xb7 Assist in proposal preparation activities, including but not limited to responding to customer specification documents, preparation of analyses and supporting documentation, and estimating budgets.xc2xb7 Identify potentially high-risk elements of the system and develop and lead a mitigation strategy.xc2xb7 Support or lead development of automation concepts, including those for critical processes and systems to ensure that functional and critical requirements will be met.xc2xb7 Create models or conducts experiments to validate design outputs and assumptions.xc2xb7 Perform hands-on testing of designed apparatus to mitigate technical risks (proof of principle and engineering studies).xc2xb7 Responsible for defining and documenting the automated process requirements and equipment specifications, and engineering documents such as: Concept Technical Risk Assessment, FMEA and Vendor Technical Specifications, Functional Specification, Acceptance Test Plans.xc2xb7 Lead complex technical challenges; develop, communicate, and lead recommended path forward.xc2xb7 Drive and verify machine performance improvements through by identifying and executing the appropriate path forward, including conducting root cause analysis, Gage R&R studies, DOE, challenge tests or analysis of machine data.xc2xb7 Responsible for systems engineering tasks, including analysis and design support of all aspects of a machine, including but not limited to identification, planning, and execution of:xc2xb7 System accuracyxc2xb7 Cycle-timexc2xb7 Vibrationxc2xb7 Hazardsxc2xb7 Thermal analysisxc2xb7 Metrology/Instrumentationxc2xb7 Kinematicsxc2xb7 Reliability/Maintainabilityxc2xb7 Simulationsxc2xb7 Testingxc2xb7 Statistical analysisxc2xb7 Failure Mode Effect & Analysisxc2xb7 Lead or participate in design and concept reviews with customers, vendors, and internal design/engineering groups.xc2xb7 Coordinate project activities with suppliers of third-party equipment, including writing technical specifications, conducting the acceptance tests and approval of the equipment.xc2xb7 Identify and develop innovation ideas and support or lead technology innovations and assessments, including but not limited to:xc2xb7 Assist in the design, development and testing.xc2xb7 Identifying and define development activities and responsibilities.xc2xb7 Initiate, maintain, and lead the risk assessment and mitigation plan.xc2xb7 Reviewing and updating the plans and budgets as design and development evolves.xc2xb7 Demonstrate a Continuous Improvement mentality and show initiative in driving improvements to the Systems Design processes and increase the overall capability and performance of the department.xc2xb7 Support the on boarding and training of new employees in department procedures.xc2xb7 Provide engineering support to ATS worldwide divisions.xc2xb7 Ensure that design requirements are clearly defined, appropriate, documented, reviewed and approved.QualificationsEducation:A post-secondary Engineering degree in Systems, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Physics, Software, or equivalent. Masters degree is an asset.Experience:Prior experience with automation, motion controls, robotics, vision systems, engineering research and development or testing, hands-on experience with automated systems or machine tools, simulations and modeling, structured problem solving, and statistical analysis is an asset. Good written and oral communication skills and an ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary project team are essential.If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to applyWhy YOU should join our ATS Life Sciences Systems team: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. The best people want to work with the best team - the best teams are diverse and inclusive teams.What we do MATTERS - our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world! ATS has made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030!INNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVING is at our core - Our pursuit of continuous improvement in everything we do. Our focus is on building diverse teams, stimulating innovation by challenging conventional thinking, encouraging fresh ideas and promoting creative problem-solvingWe prioritize internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT - ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development with a tuition reimbursement program, individual development programs and a commitment to promoting from within - there is space for you to grow your career at ATS!We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards - Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, Employee Incentive Bonus program, comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account, 4% RRSP matching program and optional Employee Share Purchase ProgramA place to BELONG: We celebrate our differences and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. We believe that diversity of thought, background, and experiences is essential for our success and innovation.ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary

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