Automation Project Specialist

About Us

Stackpole International designs and delivers innovative, highly engineered fluid power systems and powder metal technology solutions for customers across the globe. As a proud part of the Johnson Electric Group, a corporate citizen, and an employer with a global reach, we strive for integrity in all we do. Our strength stems from a culture designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people— flourish. We are a team united in our drive to make customers successful, attract and empower others, reach higher, be sustainable, lead by example, and excel in the execution of practical solutions. We offer the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, competitive pay and benefits, and continuous improvement of our processes and products.

**Job Description**:
Title: Automation Project Specialist (PLC/Robotics Service)

Facility: Global Automation and Assembly - GAA

Department: Automation

Reports To: Manufacturing Manager

Purpose and Scope:
Responsible for programming, debugging, installation and startup of new or modified production and test equipment from the perspective of controls installation. Responsible for the sustenance of equipment documentation systems from the perspective of obtaining and updating technical reference manuals, instructions and electrical schematics required to service this equipment long term.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Providing support during design, build and commissioning of newly built automation equipment (assembly lines, robotic cells - material handling, test equipment and similar)
- Modification of existing production equipment
- Programming PLCs, HMIs, robots, vision and motion systems, safety controllers etc.
- Setting up controls networks (Ethernet/IP, Ethercat)
- Modifications of existing and development of new Labview based programs
- Working with Mechanical Designers, attending design reviews and supporting mechanical design from controls side
- Customer support during equipment commissioning
- Continuous improvements - improving existing methods, systems and looking for better ways of approaching a problem
- Prepare technical documentation, user and maintenance manuals, setup procedures etc.
- Employee safety and welfare, and business economic success
- Work as a team member in order to complete the implementation of new or modified production machines in conjunction with new manufacturing projects
- Ensuring the adherence to ISO 45001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, ISO 9001 all Stackpole International policies and any other industry standards in all activities
- Ensure that all levels of safety are implemented into each automation change
- Completion of run at rate process performance testing in conjunction with manufacturing operations
- Must be capable of specifying and sourcing materials and equipment to best suit requirements
- Travel between Stackpole locations both domestic and international
- Coordinate continuous improvement initiatives
- Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications, Education And / or Experience:

- A technical diploma or degree in engineering technology and/or relevant industrial experience
- 5+ yrs experience in an automation/controls environment
- Hands on technical skills with respect to Electrical Systems, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic Systems.
- Expert level in PLC programming (Omron NJ) and Robot programming (Fanuc)
- Knowledge of Labview based systems and ability to program them is definite asset
- Understanding of the SQL database and related software
- Understanding of automotive systems and quality requirements based on IATF 16949/ISO9001 operating systems
- Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time
- Excellent communications, negotiating, conflict management, and problem solving skills
- Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, at all levels of the organization
- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results oriented

Accommodation is available upon request for all applicants pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and Stackpole’s Accessibility for Ontarians Policy. If an applicant requests accommodation, Stackpole will consult with the applicant and provide or arrange for the provision of a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.