Senior Robotics & Controls Specialist

Senior Robotics & Controls Specialist

London, Ontario

We are seeking talented individuals to join our growing team!

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions leverages the strengths, experience, and capabilities of our existing businesses, along with new talent, to transform and grow into the ultimate automation solutions trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge.

Reach new heights with Convergix Automation Solutions! We are thrilled to announce immediate openings for Senior Robotics & Controls Specialists at our Hubrey branch in London, Ontario. Have you accumulated extensive experience as a Controls Engineer, contributing to essential sectors that drive innovation? Have you led technical projects from inception to completion and are eager to further develop your leadership skills? If you meet these criteria, you could be the perfect fit for our team. Join the team at Convergix and make a lasting impact with your expertise.

The Senior Robotics & Controls Specialist will collaborate with the Controls Engineering Manager, Technical Leaders, and cross-functional teams to support meeting the vision of the Robotics and Controls group with proving insight and ideas on improvements (processes, standards, best practices, and tools) that boost the team’s effectiveness and efficiency.

What Would a Typical Day Look Like?

• Provide expertise and guidance to the engineering team during the early project stages to develop functional specifications and set design direction.
• Design and develop code for automation equipment (PLCs, HMIs, Industrial Robots, Vision Systems) aligning with functional requirements and Convergix's internal programming standards.
• Responsible for project performance, by acting as the Controls Project Lead, with respect to achieving/defining functional targets, meeting/beating project budgets, ensuring on-time delivery of scope, and delivering an extraordinary customer experience.

• Responsiblefor driving the best controls solution to meet the functional requirements of the projects by applying best practices and standards while working with the cross-functional team.
• Drivehigh engineering excellence into projects through the application of critical thinking, judgement, and strong risk management strategies.
• Drivecontrols specific project meetings (offline programming reviews, design reviews, Stage-Gates, etc), as led by the Controls Project Lead, to articulate risks, challenges, and approaches to gain confidence from internal teams and the customer.
• Supportproject status updates, forecasting, and issues/risks to the Project Manager or Controls Team Leads proactively, while proposing developing plans to ensure successful projects.
• Supportcoaching and mentoring of project team members success through active oversight of Offline programming, Commissioning, Product testing, deliverables, and cross-functional support.

• Assist the mechanical and electrical design teams in the selection, testing, and integration of hardware such as robots, motion controllers, sensors, and vision systems
• Debug and commission control systems during integration at Convergix's facility and customer sites.
• Conduct comprehensive testing of machine functionality to ensure the integrity and compliance of the system with customer specifications.
• Travel to customer and supplier sites for installation, commissioning, and training purposes.
• Collaborate with the systems design department and other teams to continuously enhance controls technology integration for improved safety, functionality, and cost-efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to labor and material budgets and scheduled delivery dates.
• Work collaboratively with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers, and electricians to provide comprehensive and functional automation systems.
• Prepare accurate documentation for each project including operator, maintenance, and training manuals for each project.
• Provide technical problem-solving support and training to customers.

Note: The nature of the role may require working over weekends or outside standard business hours. Trips to customer sites in North America several times per year, with travel expectations of up to 20% of your time, typically lasting 1-2 weeks.

 What Qualifies You for this Opportunity?

• 10+ years of proven controls programming and commissioning experience within industrial automation

• 5+ years of proven leadership experience, leading large projects and teams within industrial automation projects
• Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering and/or sufficient industry experience and training
• Strong experience as technical lead on projects with emphasis on Controls Engineering
• Priority will be given to candidates who are familiar with PackML, Food & Beverage, or Packaging standards and experience
• Machine Vision experience, AI Machine Learning, Cognex or Keyence Inspection experience are an asset
• Knowledge of custom machine building and processes including iRVision, conveyance, Servos and VFDs, etc.
• Ability to work openly in a team environment and communicate ideas and problems clearly to project teams
• Strong ability to work with Allen Bradley Studio 5000 software, Factory Talk View HMI development and robotic simulation software such as Fanuc RoboGuide
• Experience with other PLC’s and accompanying software such as Siemens TIA Portal
• Knowledge of pneumatics and electrical circuit function and schematics
• Familiarity with how the different systems interface to the PLC
• Familiarity with common industrial networking protocols
• Knowledge of CSA Safety Standards especially relating to Cobots

• Reliable transportation and an ability to travel; Robotics & Controls Specialist at CGX ON/ARK should have the ability to travel within the US and Canada.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required for the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds

What does CONVERGIX Offer You?

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Comprehensive benefits and 401K/RRSP packages (including health, dental, vision coverage and more!)
• Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development
• Hands on experience with the latest automation technologies and tools
• The chance to be part of a globally recognized workplace that consistently develops cutting-edge solutions that set industry standards
• A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life

ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS

Convergix Automation Solutions designs, engineers and integrates hardware and software to automate its customers' operations. Convergix specializes in creative, custom solutions and serves customers in a broad range of industries. With over 900 employees and 19 locations worldwide, Convergix is a leading global diversified automation provider. Our vision is to become the ultimate trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world-renowned processes and diverse experience. 

Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/ 

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.