Senior Control Systems Specialist

4 weeks ago


Cambridge, Canada RidgeTech Automation Full time
Salary: Hourly to Commensurate with Experience

We are looking for senior level, highly skills, Senior Control System Specialist(s) to join the team.


If you possess a proven track record in the industrial automation industry, with a positive attitude and strong work ethic - apply today The team is growing as we continue to provide high quality service and solutions to clients in a variety of industries.

Job Summary

  • Primarily responsible for the technical aspects of integration projects
  • Facilitate project management responsibilities on various sized projects
  • Manage client relationship and project scope under direction of Account Manager; communicating project schedule requirements
  • Provide direction for team members at various levels, as required
  • Comfortable executing and/or leading mid and large-sized automation projects
  • Responsible for reporting on a regular basis to management and/or Team Leads
  • Complete controls designs and electrical schematics; specifying hardware and components
  • Develop PLC/HMI/SCADA programs
  • Set up VFD's and Servo systems
  • Commission and debug machines at client sites
  • Troubleshooting electrical/mechanical and fluid power systems
  • Develop and verify systems; understanding safety risk assessments
  • Uphold safe work practices as per RidgeTech Automation's policies and procedures

Job Qualifications and Skills

  • Degree/diploma in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Robotics & Automation, or similar education is required
  • Must have a minimum of 7 years of experience specific to the Controls and Industrial Automation industry
  • Proven experience developing code from scratch, with a strong foundation of PLC fundamentals
  • Must be willing to mentor other team members and contribute to the teams growth

Job Knowledge

  • Programming experience with current PLC, HMI, and VFDs is a requirement
  • Exposure to SCADA and motion control
  • Electrical design fundamentals or 3D CAD development
  • Complete understanding of project workflow including; design/process/programming reviews, FAT, SAT, final documentation and closing out projects
  • Programming knowledge of multiple software platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Omron, Toyopuc, etc.)
  • Robot programming and configuration of multiple manufacturers (ABB, Fanuc, Motoman, Nachi, Kuka, etc.)
  • Independent on-site commissioning and start-up experience
  • EPLAN, AutoCAD, Solidworks, Inventor, etc.
  • Peripheral systems including vision systems, marking systems, weld systems etc.
  • Exposure to various automation processes (automotive, food and beverage, agricultural, mining, pharmaceutical, etc.)
  • Project management and maintaining client relations
  • Must have a positive attitude, be highly motivated and be able to communicate well with both clients and team members

Other Requirements

  • Have reliable and dependable transportation for local travel
  • Hold and maintain a valid G license and valid passport
  • Be willing to travel and be able to travel abroad if required


Although we strive to maintain a local workload, both domestic and global travel may be required in this position. Locations and length of travel will vary depending on the projects and workloads at any given time.

Benefits

  • Group Benefit Plan
  • Wellness & Safety Spending Account
  • Flexible Hours
  • Cell Phone Allowance
  • Profit Sharing
  • RRSP Match Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Continued Training and Professional Association Re-imbursement

About Us

RidgeTech Automation Inc. is a control systems integrator. From our headquarters in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, we deliver world class designs and software for clients in a wide variety of industries around the globe. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality, most trusted automation solutions in the industry.


RidgeTech Automation is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you require assistance or accommodation, please contact us at recruiting@ridgetech.com. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.



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