Automation Technician

In the position of Automation Technician, you will be primarily responsible for carrying out various automation projects and solving issues that hinder our clients’ operations. More precisely, you will have to:

• Participate in the execution of various automation projects;
• Contribute to the design of automated systems;
• Program all types of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for different products, as well as operator interfaces (HMI);
• Commission programmed systems at client sites: validate programming against client requirements, perform troubleshooting, modifications, and configurations;
• Respond to service calls at various client locations;
• Perform pre-operational checks in the workshop;
• Carry out preventive maintenance in the plant;
• Prepare maintenance and/or technical reports;
• Calibrate instruments;
• Diagnose and improve systems or resolve technical issues;
• Install and operate standard and specialized equipment;
• Calibrate electrical components and instruments according to technical manuals;
• Act as a specialist during personnel rental assignments;
• Identify and communicate technical problems;
• Comply with health and safety guidelines at work;
• Perform any other related tasks.

REQUIREMENTS

• Hold a college diploma in electrical engineering, industrial electronics, an Attestation of College Studies (ACS) in industrial automation, or possess any equivalent combination of education and experience;
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar position;
• Programming of PLCs and operator interfaces;
• Industrial networking;
• Be fluent in French and English, both spoken and written, to communicate effectively with our partners outside of Quebec;
• Hold a C license (non-construction);
• Knowledge of Siemens programming;
• ASP Construction certification;
• Hold a valid driver’s license;
• Be available to travel to client sites;
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and oral communication skills;
• Display organizational abilities;
• Show adaptability and flexibility (ability to work effectively in changing situations);
• Possess an analytical and technical mindset;
• Demonstrate a sense of responsibility, rigor, and attention to detail;
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills;
• Exhibit a customer service mindset;
• Work collaboratively and effectively within a team environment.