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Job Title: Controls Software Designer (Field Service)
Location: Cambridge, ON | On-site
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: RRSP, health/dental/vision package, reimbursement for tuition and professional dues, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days
Get To Know Us Eclipse Automation, part of Accenture, delivers cutting-edge custom automated manufacturing solutions across multiple industries. We combine advanced automation expertise with Accenture’s digital transformation capabilities to create smart, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing systems. Our global network includes facilities in Canada, the United States, Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, and Malaysia, ensuring regional expertise and global strength.
The Position Reporting to the Service Supervisor, the Controls Software Designer (Field Service) will service world-class automation solutions. Duties involve design of control software, integration of software with electrical and mechanical systems, process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide. Programming and integration assignments involve leading-edge technologies and processes utilizing PLC’s, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, laser and other controllers. Consistent travel to customer locations is required.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard Eclipse programming methods
- Debug and commission control systems at our facility during the system integration stage and then at the customer site during installation
- Travel as required to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning, and training duties
- Select, test, and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, and lasers
- Work with other members of the Controls Engineering department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality, and reduced cost
- 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
- Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure)
- Ability to work within a team environment and actively participate in group meetings
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years of experience within a custom automation environment (OEM)
- A post-secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent, specializing 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
- A self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Expectation of travel is less than 75% of time; however, this may be exceeded in exceptional circumstances to meet project needs
- Ability to travel on short notice (Less than 24 hours) in machine down situations
- Must possess a valid driver's license
What We Offer
- Reimbursement for tuition and professional dues
- 3 weeks of vacation and 5 paid personal days (to start)
- RRSP matching program
- Free snack program
Why Join Us Here at Eclipse Automation, creation and innovation are at our core, and our culture reflects that. Fast-paced and continuously fostering growth, we encourage the entrepreneurial spirit that our teams embody, and leverage each of their strengths to do better for our people, our clients, and our communities.
Our teams are made up of innovators, thinkers, and doers, with the know-how and expertise to exceed expectations, and the relentless spirit to create and reinvent. Our people are what enable us to live up to our name – to eclipse all others, inspiring and creating outcomes that change the world.
Eclipse Automation is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive work environment. It is our policy to recruit and select applicants solely on the basis of their qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law. Eclipse Automation encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Those in need of accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process should notify hresources@eclipseautomation.com. Any information received that relates to accommodation needs of a candidate will be addressed in a confidential manner.
About Eclipse Automation
WE DESIGN AND BUILD THE FUTURE From life-saving medical devices, to clean energy initiatives, to cutting-edge electrical vehicles powering our future, Eclipse Automation, part of Accenture, designs and builds complex automated systems for products that change the world.
With over 20 years of experience working with world-renowned manufacturers, our innovative systems are deployed globally within the Life Sciences, Transportation, Consumer Products, Nuclear Energy, and Electronics industries.
Our know-how is what sets us apart; that proven capability and drive to solve complex automation needs – to make it all happen in record time, and with precision. Our global footprint of Eclipse facilities in Canada, the United States, Germany, Hungary, Switzerland and Malaysia provides global bench-strength and regional know-how across expert teams that design, build and integrate advanced automation solutions for leading global manufacturers.
We believe your organization deserves an automation partner that you can count on – a partner that will face the challenges of today and tomorrow head-on. Whether it’s building and integrating leading-edge automation systems, creating custom manufacturing solutions, or delivering superior customer after-care, we have the cross-industry know-how, powerful in-house capabilities, and global scale to bring your product to market sooner – all while delivering cost efficiencies and superior user experience.
We are 800+ skilled people strong across 16 global locations and growing. Our teams are made up of are innovators, thinkers, and doers, with the know-how and expertise to exceed expectations, and the relentless spirit to create and reinvent. Our people, proven experience, and depth of resources are what enable us to live up to our name – to eclipse all others, driving superior outcomes, and delivering end-to-end solutions that make our customer’s final products extraordinary.
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Title: Controls Software Designer (Field Service)
Location: Cambridge, ON | On-site
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: RRSP, health/dental/vision package, reimbursement for tuition and professional dues, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days
Get To Know Us Eclipse Automation, part of Accenture, delivers cutting-edge custom automated manufacturing solutions across multiple industries. We combine advanced automation expertise with Accenture’s digital transformation capabilities to create smart, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing systems. Our global network includes facilities in Canada, the United States, Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, and Malaysia, ensuring regional expertise and global strength.
The Position Reporting to the Service Supervisor, the Controls Software Designer (Field Service) will service world-class automation solutions. Duties involve design of control software, integration of software with electrical and mechanical systems, process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide. Programming and integration assignments involve leading-edge technologies and processes utilizing PLC’s, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, laser and other controllers. Consistent travel to customer locations is required.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard Eclipse programming methods
- Debug and commission control systems at our facility during the system integration stage and then at the customer site during installation
- Travel as required to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning, and training duties
- Select, test, and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, and lasers
- Work with other members of the Controls Engineering department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality, and reduced cost
- 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
- Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure)
- Ability to work within a team environment and actively participate in group meetings
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years of experience within a custom automation environment (OEM)
- A post-secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent, specializing 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
- A self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Expectation of travel is less than 75% of time; however, this may be exceeded in exceptional circumstances to meet project needs
- Ability to travel on short notice (Less than 24 hours) in machine down situations
- Must possess a valid driver's license
What We Offer
- Reimbursement for tuition and professional dues
- 3 weeks of vacation and 5 paid personal days (to start)
- RRSP matching program
- Free snack program
Why Join Us Here at Eclipse Automation, creation and innovation are at our core, and our culture reflects that. Fast-paced and continuously fostering growth, we encourage the entrepreneurial spirit that our teams embody, and leverage each of their strengths to do better for our people, our clients, and our communities.
Our teams are made up of innovators, thinkers, and doers, with the know-how and expertise to exceed expectations, and the relentless spirit to create and reinvent. Our people are what enable us to live up to our name – to eclipse all others, inspiring and creating outcomes that change the world.
Eclipse Automation is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive work environment. It is our policy to recruit and select applicants solely on the basis of their qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law. Eclipse Automation encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Those in need of accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process should notify hresources@eclipseautomation.com. Any information received that relates to accommodation needs of a candidate will be addressed in a confidential manner.
About Eclipse Automation
WE DESIGN AND BUILD THE FUTURE From life-saving medical devices, to clean energy initiatives, to cutting-edge electrical vehicles powering our future, Eclipse Automation, part of Accenture, designs and builds complex automated systems for products that change the world.
With over 20 years of experience working with world-renowned manufacturers, our innovative systems are deployed globally within the Life Sciences, Transportation, Consumer Products, Nuclear Energy, and Electronics industries.
Our know-how is what sets us apart; that proven capability and drive to solve complex automation needs – to make it all happen in record time, and with precision. Our global footprint of Eclipse facilities in Canada, the United States, Germany, Hungary, Switzerland and Malaysia provides global bench-strength and regional know-how across expert teams that design, build and integrate advanced automation solutions for leading global manufacturers.
We believe your organization deserves an automation partner that you can count on – a partner that will face the challenges of today and tomorrow head-on. Whether it’s building and integrating leading-edge automation systems, creating custom manufacturing solutions, or delivering superior customer after-care, we have the cross-industry know-how, powerful in-house capabilities, and global scale to bring your product to market sooner – all while delivering cost efficiencies and superior user experience.
We are 800+ skilled people strong across 16 global locations and growing. Our teams are made up of are innovators, thinkers, and doers, with the know-how and expertise to exceed expectations, and the relentless spirit to create and reinvent. Our people, proven experience, and depth of resources are what enable us to live up to our name – to eclipse all others, driving superior outcomes, and delivering end-to-end solutions that make our customer’s final products extraordinary.