Robot Automation Specialist

Who are we?

Proax Technologies is a leading Technical Automation Distributor that offers innovative product solutions in the areas of Automation and Robotics, Motion Control and Machine Safety, creating close relationships with our valued customers, vendors, and employees.

Why Join our Team?

• Great Place to Work
• We offer an engaging, inclusive, clean, and safe work environment
• Technical training of our products to ensure quality customer service
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Work with collaborative team members in the automation industry

General Description

The Robot Automation Specialist plays a pivotal role within our technical team to develop, implement and troubleshoot automation applications and projects, with a focus on Robotics. Adapting to change and embracing challenges, with a commitment to quality and passion for problem-solving, while working on systems across many industry sectors.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Development of Programming and troubleshooting of Robots, PLCs, HMIs, Motion control, Vision, Drives and Safety applications.
• Setup and Configuration of system network architecture between all devices both internal and external to the system.
• Trouble shooting of electrical, programming and pneumatics.
• Work closely with Project Manager and all parties involved on a project to ensure successful completion of the project on time and on budget, while meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Provide onsite Technical Support at customer's facilities for various activities such as troubleshooting automation systems, Product Presentations or Technical training.
• Documentation of program changes and creation of manuals for machines.
• Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) for control systems.
• Demonstrate ability to accept overall project responsibility
• Follow company standards for programming and project design
• Maintain a Project/Activity Database along with a calendar
• Accurately and professionally represent Proax Technologies to customers and vendors.
• Exhibit professional, respectful interaction with the customers, vendors and team members at all times.
• Flexible to adopt other responsibilities as deemed necessary by management

Work Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in custom robot automation.
• Must be willing and able to travel to work on customer sites, locally and internationally
• Understanding the Machine design and build process and Electrical circuits.
• Excellent understanding of the technical fundamentals of programming Robot applications
• Experienced with ABB Robotstudio and building robot simulations
• Using multiple TCPs in the same project
• Setup of robot communications from scratch
• Programming the robot from scratch
• Experience with Conveyor tracking and Safe Move
• Experience with any of the ABB Pick master or any of the Power pacs are an asset.
• ABB robot experience is an asset.
• Very good understanding of the technical fundamentals of PLC, HMI, Vison, Servo motors and drives.
• Experience with fieldbus communications setup and troubleshooting ( Ethercat, EthernetIP, Modbus)
• Able to work independently and in groups.
• Must have strong decision –making skills, can work well under pressure, and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication (verbal & written), interpersonal, organization and presentation skills
• Experience in Structured Text, Visual Basic or SQL is an asset
• Experience with Omron PLCs and Sysmac Studio is an asset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Technologist Diploma in Mechatronics, Controls/ Electromechanical engineering or equivalent Trade license or specialized experience
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Must possess a valid driver's licence and access to a personal vehicle