Software Designer

The Position

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and develop PLC- and PC-based software for customer and project requirements.
• Debug and commission control systems at the facility and customer sites.
• Travel to customer and supplier sites for installation, commissioning, and training.
• Select, test, and integrate robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, lasers, and other components.
• Improve controls technology integration methods to enhance safety and functionality and reduce cost.
• Work with customers and internal project teams to solve technical problems.
• Test machine functionality and verify software program completeness.
• Provide accurate project documentation.
• Advise customers on technical problems.
• Train customers on machine operation, programming principles, and program structure.
• Work within a team and participate in group meetings.

What We’re Looking For

• One to three years of experience in a custom automation or OEM environment.
• Post-secondary engineering degree, diploma, or equivalent in electrical, systems, or computer engineering.
• Strong programming, mechanical, and electrical problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of robotics, control systems, and machine operation with hands-on experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Travel to vendor and supplier locations is expected about 30% of the time and may increase for project needs.

Compensation

• Compensation is listed as $33.00 to $42.00, without an explicit pay cadence.

Benefits

• RRSP matching, health, dental, and vision coverage are offered.
• Tuition and professional dues reimbursement, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days are offered.

Location and Work Arrangement

• The position is located in Cambridge, Ontario and is explicitly on-site.
• Travel to customer and supplier sites is part of the role.