Culture & Careers

Job Summary:

The Senior Controls and Automation Programmer/Developer is responsible for the integration of control processors, control devices, actuators, and specialty devices with their control systems, robots, pneumatic controls and devices, and other mechanical fixtures into one operating system.

The Senior level candidate will act as an expert within our Controls Department, programming PLC, robots, operator’s interface, setting up industrial networks and specialty devices such as nut runners, bowl feeders, laser markers, etc. The candidate will be responsible for specifying and selecting industrial control devices and designing electrical control systems and servo motion systems.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to program I/O systems in excess of 128 I/O. Systems could include networked components, motion control, vision, robotics, and weld control.
• Ability to understand, and apply, high-end PLC commands and HMI usage.
• Understand and apply SCADA systems.
• Adhere to company’s scheduling and budget requirements and apply personal management skills to meet required time and material allowances.
• Communicate effectively with management, fellow staff, and customers the status of current projects, project concerns and possible solutions.
• Review machine function with mechanical design personnel associated with the project.
• Analyze drawings, manuals, and specifications and select the appropriate software to write all necessary programs.
• Develop all software written so as to achieve specified performance criteria Development will be done in a “team” environment, which will include electrical and mechanical interests.
• Document all software written as per company standards.
• Research and develop application and use of products involved in a project.
• Mark drawings to “as built” throughout the project.
• Project management throughout the entire phase.
• Organize and manage multiple staff of similar skill levels where projects require team approach to maintain scheduling.
• Prepare and present demonstrations in a professional manner.
• Record and document non-conformances throughout the project (ISO policy requirement).
• Initial Projects Requirements form once associated phase of a project is complete (ISO policy requirement).

Requirements:

• College or University level Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering program
• Minimum 5+ Years’ experience with engineering of automated machinery and robotics
• Strong PLC programming experience with Siemens (preferred) and/or Allen Bradley
• Strong electrical design experience with Eplan (preferred) or AutoCAD Electrical
• Strong knowledge of Scada systems: Simatic Win CC Basic (preferred)
• Experience with industrial robots: Fanuc or Motoman
• Strong network configuration experience
• Experience with safety systems design and programming
• Ability to handle attention to detail, tight deadlines, responsibility and accountability and the ability to multi-task.
• Occasional travel as required within North America

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Designer is responsible for delivering mechanical designs for systems based on project and customer requirements, using 3D CAD software. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, the Mechanical Designer will develop designs including detail drawings, detailed bill of materials, and engineering calculations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop designs including detail drawings, detailed bills of materials and engineering calculations, using 3D CAD software.  Designs will be based on input from: Engineering Management, Project Management, Customers, the Manufacturing Team, and other team members from Mechanical and Controls Design, Procurement and Suppliers.
• Demonstrate the understanding of the project by defining machine operations and processes required to generate cycle time/process sequence charts and test parameters.
• Create Bills of Material (BOMs) for manufactured and commercial items.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and assembly staff to implement the designed equipment.

• Work in a cross functional team with Lead Mechanical Designer, Electrical and Controls Designers, Programmers, the Assembly Team, and Project Management to develop, design and deliver custom design and built assembly automation equipment.
• Work independently or in design teams as required/determined by the project.
• Assist other members of the Mechanical Design team as required.
• As required, participate with the project manager in the development of the project schedule and budgeted hours distribution.
• Provide accurate reports on project status to the project manager and department managers.
• Participate in the development and implementation of design / drafting standards, cost reduction methods, and continuous improvements for the purpose of integrating design technology that will facilitate enhanced safety, enhanced functionality, and reduced costs.
• Ensure that project milestones, schedule, budget is achieved and mechanical project documentation (quotes, drawing registers, correspondence, requisitions, drawings packages, part and assembly models, schedules, spare parts lists, etc.) are maintained and up to date.
• Review drawings for: accuracy, material selection, proper machining techniques, finishes, hardness, dimensions, etc. adhering to Promation Automotives “Mechanical Drawings Checklist” for final approval.
• Provide construction and assembly technical support during the fabrication and build phase of the project.
• Responsible for overseeing PDM Vault Administrative duties including new user logins, project folder setup and development and improvements of workflows.
• As required, travel to customer and supplier locations.

Requirements:

• A post-secondary degree/diploma in mechanical or mechatronics engineering
• A minimum of 5 years of directly related mechanical design experience in the automation industry.
  
  
• Knowledge of:
• Mechanical design principles including kinematics, force analysis, pneumatics, hydraulics and manufacturing / machine shop techniques, materials & material strengths, standard mechanical and electrical components to be incorporated within designs.
• Strong technical skill and experience with SolidWorks, 3D CAD software, in both 3D design and 2D drawings.
• Programming skills in the following languagesC++, C Sharp, Visual Basic.Ability to work from/with sketches and clearly issue and communicate sketches and instructions to members of the project team.
• Experience with PDM Vault admin and PDM workflows.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Travel as required to customer and supplier sites (within North America)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

Job Summary:

Promation is seeing a hands-on Robotic Programmer who will be responsible for programming and setting up the robots (Fanuc, Motoman, and Kuka) and working with RoboGuide, Robot Master and process simulate simulations. The Robotic Programmer will also interface the robot with vision, laser, and other devices and systems. 

Responsibilities:

•Robot set up, including master and tool center point calibration.

•Robot pendant programming and offline programming

•Utilizing Robot Master, RoboGuide, and simulations,

•integrating the vision systems, pick-up attachments, laser measurement and other sensors 

Requirements:

•Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience 

•Degree (preferred) and/or Diploma in Mechatronics with electrical specialization and/or a related field

•College level graduates will be considered if accompanied with significant relevant working experience

•Candidate must have formal education in the following: industrial robotic training, kuka, fanuc, motoman

•Experience with Roboguide

•Candidates must understand PLC Siemans and ABB

•Travel within North America (Canada & USA) to provide service and project support (max. 3 months per year). 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Job Summary:

The Business Automation Programmer/Administrator is responsible for programming existing commercial applications and developing in-house custom applications, maintaining the integrity of all assigned applications, troubleshooting and solving IT users and server issues concerning the Computer-Aided Design (CAD) SolidWorks PDM, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Epicor, and Microsoft 365. The successful candidate will also be required to prepare IT work procedures for all departments.          

Responsibilities:

• SolidWorks PDM
• Programming and maintaining PDM for Promation’s SolidWorks users,
• Setting up SW for each user,
• Maintaining SolidWorks standards, templates, and macros
• Preparing Work Procedures
• Administering Work Procedures
• Supporting Users  
• ERP EPICOR
• Preparing Epicor Reports, Crystal Reports
• Writing queries 
• Developing macros in Excel 
• Maintaining Integrity of Epicor Work Release
• Preparing Work Procedures
• Administering Work Procedures
• Supporting Users  
• Preparing Work Procedures
• Administering Work Procedures
• Supporting Users  
• Microsoft 365
• Support and implementation of standard MS Applications 
• Preparing Work Procedures
• Administering Work Procedures
• Supporting Users  

Requirements:

• A post-secondary degree/diploma in mechanical or mechatronics engineering
• Minimum five (5) years of programming experience
• Experience with PDM Vault admin and PDM workflows
• Experience with ERP EPICOR
• Experience with Microsoft 365
• Technical Experience with the following:
• CAD
• C#
• Python
• Macros in MS Excel
• Visio
• Visual Basic
• SolidWorks design and PDM Training

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.