06 Sep
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Eclipse Automation
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Waterloo
06 Sep
Eclipse Automation
Waterloo
Job Title: Controls Software Designer - Service 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 We combine advanced automation expertise with digital innovation to create smart, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing systems. Our global network includes facilities in Canada, the United States and Hungary ensuring regional expertise and global strength.
The Software
Designer will contribute to machine concepts, design of control software, integration of software with electrical and mechanical systems, process development, and machine installation at customer sites worldwide. The incumbent will also work on programming and integration assignments utilizing PLCs, PCs, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, lasers, and other controllers while delivering the Eclipse Vision and the Eclipse Entrepreneurial Culture. 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) 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 quick‑paced environment with minimal supervision ~ Expectation of travel to vendor/supplier locations is 30% of the time, however may be exceeded in exceptional circumstances to meet project needs 3 weeks of vacation and 3 paid personal days (to start) ~ 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. 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.
We do not use AI in our hiring process; This publicly advertised job posting is for an existing vacancy. Those in need of accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process should notifyeca_hresources@eclipseautomation.
📌 Controls Software Designer - Service (Waterloo)
🏢 Eclipse Automation
📍 Waterloo