Primary Responsibilities
- Preparing machines for the debugging phase and FAT phase
- Power the machines up after wiring
- Checks electrical wiring, verifies I/O’s are properly wired
- Debugs electrical circuits ensuring they perform according to design
- Works with the wiring team in solving any wiring issues
- Tests all circuits and approve machine for debugging
- Setups all servos, VFDs, and any other
- Provides programming support during customer’s FAT
- Provides programming and electrical support for the setup and testing of all ancillary equipment (laser printers, bowl feeders, etc.)
- Loads program into PLC and performs basic programming tasks on standard components
- Support installation technicians during commissioning of new machines
- Travel to customer’s sites to provided electrical debugging support during new machine installations
- Prepares Ladder logic design patches for projects in installation/commissioning phase
- Mark-up / Update schematics as required during debugging and commissioning.
- Debugs and Test machines to fulfill intended machine function specified by project
- Supports the Project Managers and Operations managers during project execution in order to minimize time and cost impact of design modifications during debugging
- Provides support to electrical wiring teams on issues related to wiring schematics and special ancillary equipment
- Adhere to all established work instructions and the Employee Handbook
- Complete adherence to the company safety rules on the floor and when visiting customers
- Develop off-line program for machines or machine functions
Secondary Responsibilities
- Support customers by providing advice on electrical/programming matters
- Contribute to Mpac Langen Electrical Standards. Proposes ideas for improving team efficiency
- Keeps current with latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to packaging equipment system design and operation.
- Take other work tasks as needed by team leader
- Support team development and continues improvement
Desired Behavioural Competences
- Behaves ethically — Ensures own behaviour and team members’ behaviour is consistent with Mpac Langen standards and aligns with the values of the organization
- Impact and influence — works effectively with and through others including where no formal authority exists
- Achievement Motivation — results oriented. Sets high standards and objectives
- Communicate Effectively— Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner
- Negotiating – presents positions in a reasoned manner, seeks win-win outcomes but understands when to say no
- Team Leadership — effective at building support, thinks team first, promotes success in terms of team as well as individual success, and is adept at creating a shared vision
- Decision-making — Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization
- Organize— Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities
- Problem Solving— Assesses problematic situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations
- Hands-on approach, ready to “roll-up his/her sleeves” and stay close to the action
Physical Demands
- This is a mixed position with work performed in an office environment and on the assembly floor depending on the circumstances and priorities of each day
- Hearing acuity required for safety reasons while on the assembly floor
- exposure to high noise from machines operating nearby during visits to the assembly floor
- Depending on the circumstances work is done while sitting down (office work) or standing up (debugging on assembly floor)
- May be required to work with computer for prolonged periods of time and sometimes maybe required to work with hand tools assisting other employees
Hardware & Software Requirements
- One laptop computer, keyboard, mouse, 2 monitors, 3d mouse, and desk phone
- Relevant software, includes Dayforce, Concur, AutoCAD Electrical, SmarTeam
- 100% adherence to company computer policy is required
Working Conditions & Environment
- Travel to customer sites may be required
- Long working hours may be necessary on occasion in order to comply with deadlines (internal and external)
- This position requires the employee to attend work properly groomed and dressed according to the position
Knowledge & Skills Required
- Electrical Engineering experience in the field of automation/industrial machinery. High Speed Packaging Machinery experience is an additional asset
- or similar Technical Education in the field of Electrical Engineering
- Good working knowledge AutoCAD Electrical a requirement
- Good working knowledge of current safety standards, including Control Reliable design & PSR Legislation in Ontario
- 5 – 8 years’ experience in the field of electrical automation/industrial machinery. Experience in Packaging Machinery is an additional asset
- Above average command of office tools such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- A strong command of the English language