- Identify and direct continuous improvement activities.
- Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanisms, components, and systems.
- Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for machinery and systems.
- Analyze PLC, PMC and robot programs.
- Supervise and inspect the installation, modification and commissioning of automation systems within the facility.
- Investigate failures and unexpected maintenance problems related to automation programming and signals.
- Implementing, designing and integrating PLC, PMC/CNC and robot programs with programs like Ultraware, Panel Builder, Fanuc Ladder, RoboGuide, RobotStudio and Profinet programs.
- Track data for performance of the automation and any issues that occur.
- Determine which equipment to use for projects and select appropriate electrical codes.
- To setup standards for programming, components, systems related to automation based on what is currently in use in the plant. Introduction of new technology to be planned and controlled via approval streams.
- Minimum Bachelor of Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering.
- Trade license in Industrial Electrical Maintenance (442A) would be an asset.
- Engineering License (P.Eng.) would be an asset.
- Minimum 7 years' experience in PLC and robotic system design, repair and programming. Minimum 5 years of experience integrating new automation systems. Must be familiar with IT systems. Understanding of electrical / electronic schematic diagrams, blueprints and pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
- Basic knowledge of computer networking, Ethernet connections, TCP/IP protocol.
- Experience with computer-assisted design.
- Able to work with co-workers and management through effective communication.
- Able to integrate work within teams of engineers and technicians to work on common projects.
- Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed.
- Competitive Compensation
- Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Sustainability Council
- Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering
- Minimum 7 years of experience in PLC and robotic system design, repair, and programming
- Minimum 5 years of experience integrating new automation systems
- Familiarity with IT systems
- Understanding of electrical and electronic schematics, blueprints, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems
- Basic knowledge of computer networking, Ethernet connections, and TCP/IP protocol
- Experience with computer-assisted design
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and management
- Ability to work within engineering and technician teams on common projects
- Industrial Electrical Maintenance trade license (442A)
- Professional Engineer license (P.Eng.)
- Attendance at professional development seminars and conferences as needed
What We Do
Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) is an advanced manufacturing company where the intersection of leading-edge technology and deep manufacturing expertise is creating solutions that power vehicles, motion, work and lives for the future. The Company is made up of two operating segments – the Industrial segment and the Mobility segment, both global leaders in manufacturing solutions and world-class developers of highly engineered products. The Industrial segment is comprised of Skyjack, MacDon and Salford. Skyjack manufactures scissor, boom and telehandler lifts for the aerial work platform industry. MacDon manufactures combine draper headers and self-propelled windrowers for the agricultural harvesting industry. Salford also supplies the agriculture market with farm tillage and crop fertilizer applicator equipment. The Mobility segment is focused on propulsion systems, structural and chassis systems, energy storage and power generation for both the global electrified and traditionally powered vehicle markets, and is subdivided into three regional groups and one global product group: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the newly formed Structures Group. The Regional Mobility groups are vertically integrated operations combining expertise in light metal casting, forging, machining and assembly. The Linamar Structures Group offers competitive lightweight innovations for safety-critical components and systems for the global mobility market. In addition, the eLIN Product Solutions Group focuses on Electrification and McLaren Engineering provides design, development, and testing services for the Mobility segment. Linamar’s medical solutions group, Linamar MedTech, focuses on manufacturing solutions for medical devices and precision medical components. Linamar has over 31,000 employees in 70 manufacturing locations, 14 R&D centres and 28 sales offices in 19 countries in North and South America, Europe and Asia, which generated sales of more than $7.9 billion in 2022.
