Deliver advisory engagements including automation assessments, automation roadmaps, productivity improvement plans, equipment investment business cases, and third-party plan reviews

Lead projects from initiation to completion, managing scope, budget, timelines, quality standards, and client expectations

Provide technical expertise and thought leadership in industrial automation, robotics, autonomous systems, and emerging technologies

Develop advisory methodologies, tools, and solutions based on industry trends and best practices

Collaborate with Client Partners and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities, scope engagements, and develop client proposals

Engage directly with clients to understand business challenges and recommend practical automation and operational improvement solutions

Support business development and the continuous evolution of advisory offerings

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering, or a related field

Minimum 10 years of consulting experience

At least 6 years specializing in industrial automation, robotics, and digitally enabled equipment across multiple industries

Ability to translate business and operational requirements into practical AI-enabled solutions

Experience identifying, evaluating, implementing, and managing automation or AI initiatives in production, manufacturing, logistics, field service, or industrial operations

Expertise in several areas including robotics, PLC, HMI, SCADA, industrial control systems, machine vision, sensor technologies, automated material handling, warehouse automation, Industrial IoT, MES/OT-IT integration, AI, automation, robotics, or advanced digital technologies

Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies

Experience developing automation strategies, investment business cases, cost analyses, ROI assessments,



and implementation roadmaps

Strong consulting and business advisory skills

Ability to design practical solutions tailored to small and medium-sized enterprises

Knowledge of manufacturing processes, industrial technology infrastructure, integration approaches, and vendor ecosystems

Experience applying AI-driven solutions in industrial or manufacturing environments

Project management experience delivering standard and customized consulting engagements

Excellent client relationship, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

Collaboration and teamwork capabilities

Willingness to travel occasionally within Western Canada

MBA, P.Eng., or other relevant qualified designation considered an asset

Experience with Canadian industrial equipment vendors, automation OEMs, or system integrators considered an asset

Bilingualism considered an asset

Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in industrial automation, robotics, and AI-driven solutions, with a strong focus on developing practical strategies and methodologies for operational improvement. Proven ability to manage complex consulting engagements while fostering client relationships and delivering tailored solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Industrial Automation Expertise

Robotics and AI Solutions

Project Management

Consulting and Business Advisory Skills

Lean and Six Sigma Methodologies

ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills

Industrial Automation

Robotics

PLC

HMI

SCADA

Machine Vision

Sensor Technologies

Automated Material Handling

Industrial IoT

MES/OT-IT Integration

Soft Skills

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Teamwork

Stakeholder Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

MBA

P.Eng.

Industry Keywords

Consulting Experience

Automation Initiatives

Manufacturing Processes

Business Development

Vendor Ecosystems

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📌 Business Advisor – Operational Efficiency (Winnipeg)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 Winnipeg