Senior Controls Systems Software Designer developing custom automation and test systems for ATS Industrial Automation.
Integrating PLC, robotics, vision, motion, and SCADA technologies while leading controls projects and mentoring team members.
Responsibilities
Design and develop customer- and project-specific PLC and/or PC-based software programs using ATS programming methods
Plan and lead projects with responsibility for project teams, schedules, milestones, and budgets
Contribute to machine concepts and integrate control software with electrical and mechanical systems
Program PLCs to interface with SCADA systems including Ignition, ATS SAMS, and ATS Test Executive
Reverse-engineer and write PLC code from scratch
Select, test, and integrate robots, I/O, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, lasers, and other hardware/software components
Debug and commission control systems at the facility and customer sites
Travel to domestic and international customer locations for site acceptance testing, up to 20% per year
Improve controls integration methods to enhance safety and functionality and reduce cost
Collaborate with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers, electricians, and control systems teams
Test machine functionality and verify software completeness
Provide project documentation and customer training
Advise customers as a controls subject matter expert
Mentor department members and improve team capability
Meet assigned team-member KPIs for budget, schedule, quality, and continuous improvement
Assist with Team Leader responsibilities and periodically supervise software development and integration
Communicate controls-task time estimates and resource requirements to Team Leaders and Project Managers
Follow ATS ethical, health, safety, and environmental requirements
Requirements
Post-secondary degree specializing in Mechatronics, Systems, Electrical, or Computer Engineering
5+ years of experience programming PLCs and HMIs using Allen Bradley/Rockwell Studio 5000 Logix Designer or Siemens TIA Portal
3 years of hands-on experience in an automation/controls environment working with SCADA and MES systems
Proficiency understanding programs written in structured text, including Visual Basic, C#, and Python
Strong programming, mechanical, and electrical problem-solving skills
Experience configuring and troubleshooting instrumentation such as power supplies, meters, sensors, and safety switches using vendor software and interfaces
Experience working in Just-In-Time environments and on mission-critical systems
Effective oral and written communication skills
Hands-on understanding and experience with robotics, control systems, and machine operation
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Ability to meet health, safety, and environmental procedures and legislative requirements
Ability to use required protective equipment and attend required health, safety, and environmental training
Benefits
Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
Stock Purchase Plan
3 Weeks Vacation
Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
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