Mechanical Project Engineer

Job Specifications

About ATS Industrial Automation

 

With 40+ Years of experience bringing excellence to the automation field, ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world’s most successful companies. We leverage our experience by creating
custom automation, repeat automation, and services in industries such as transportation, consumer products and energy.

 

About the Role 

As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will be the driving force behind bringing ATS’ machines to life. You will be a part of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working to design and commission 
world-class automation solutions. You will drive impact in developing machine concepts, designing control software, integrating software into electrical/mechanical systems, process development and ultimately site installations worldwide. You will have the opportunity to program state-of-the-art automation equipment with PLCs, PCs, Robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, dispense systems, laser systems and other leading-edge technologies alongside the added benefit of international travel to support global project deployments.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods.
• Debug and commission control systems at our facility and on-site at customer locations.
• Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, dispense systems and lasers.
• Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhancedfunctionality and reduced cost.
• Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to ensure that labor and material budgets as well as scheduled delivery dates are adhered to or improved upon.
• Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems in order to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
• Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness.
• Provide accurate documentation for each project.
• Advise customer on solving technical problems.
• Follow and contribute to quality program (ex. ISO / NQA) procedures
• Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure).
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures. This includes following LOTO procedures and wearing appropriate PPE.
• These responsibilities are subject to change as a function of the individual’s abilities.
• Travel to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning and training duties.
• This position requires frequent and extended travel, both domestically and internationally. You must be fully prepared to spend significant time at customer and supplier sites, often on short notice, to support system installation, commissioning, and training.
• Travel is a core and essential part of this role to support system integration and customer success.

 

Additional Information

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
•    The employee may be required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
•    Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
•    Visual Acuity – Normal requirements for reading written instructions and computer screens.
•    Hearing Ability – Normal requirements for understanding verbal instructions.
•    Working Conditions – The employee is subject to a normal office environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels and/or physical hazards when visiting manufacturing floor.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•    A BS degree in mechanical engineering, a BS or AS degree in a related field with design experience, or equivalent experience is preferred.
•    A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in mechanical design, product development, or project management is preferred.
•    Ten (10) years’ experience in mechanical design, product development, or project management is preferred.
•    SolidWorks 3D CAD and PDM/PLM software.
•    Automation machinery design of assembly and test equipment and linear motion solutions.
•    Working knowledge of various best practices regarding engineering, new product development, CAD, fabrication, and manufacturing.
•    Technical leadership and strong verbal and written comm