Job Description

Aplin has partnered with a growing company based in Mississauga, Ontario to find a Controls and Software Engineer to join their team. This role requires delivering well designed and programed pack lines from start to completion. You will utilize your software and PLC programming skills to develop fundamental fulfillment solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop functional requirements documentation and designs for PLC software and user interfaces.
• Write, test, and debug PLC, HMI, and drive systems, including ancillary hardware such as barcode scanners, scales, etc.
• Develop and implement various integration methods for system versatility, such as RESTful API, Database, File, etc.
• Test and troubleshoot various controls, mechanical and electrical systems, during FAT and remote support to field service.
• Work in conjunction with other company departments and the customer when completing designs. Other departments will include sales, manufacturing, and field installation.
• Lead engineering and automation teams through concept planning, configuration, and development.
• Provide technical support and instruction.
• Reviewing and maintaining systems and identifying improvements in the design incorporating trends.
• Provide timely updates to project management and supervisor for progress against scope, schedule, and budget.
• Travel to customer sites for engineering evaluations and inspections. Produce reports and recommendations based on these evaluations and inspections.
• Assist in installation, testing, and debug of components, machine startups, and commissioning.
• Produce documentation for design basis based on project work scope.
• Produce documentation for equipment operation, maintenance, vendor equipment, and training based on project requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Robotics and/or equivalent experience and training.
• 3+ years designing and commissioning automated material handling systems, including electrical design, PLC, HMI, drive, and motion controls.
• Certification in Inductive Automation Ignition and Siemens, Allen Bradley & PLC programming preferred.
• Experience with Python (Jython is a plus)
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, WMS and MES integration.
• Experience with AC and DC drive systems, including Lenze and SEW.
• Experience with PLC control networks, such as Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, EtherCAT, Profibus, Profinet, and AS-I Bus.
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical controls engineering principles, concepts, practices, and codes (NEC, UL, CE, and NFPA).
• Ability to travel throughout North America to support project design, installations, sales efforts, and inspections.
• Possess the knowledge and experience to recognize when problems surface or are looming, and proactively bring the correct people together to solve these problems.
• Experience with sortation systems, conveyor systems, and overhead systems is an asset.
• Must have experience creating and revising electrical schematics, process flow diagrams and creating work packages for purchasing.
• Must have experience with network communications protocols and troubleshooting.
• Must have experience with Technical Writing as it pertains to manuals, documentation, training and reports.

Software Application Knowledge:

• Design/Drafting software - AutoCAD (ACAD) or AutoCAD Electrical (ACADE), EPLAN.
• Inductive Automation Ignition software packages.
• Siemens TIA Portal.
• Desktop software- Microsoft Word, Excel, Projects, and Outlook.

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David Aplin Group