Careers at McDonough

Programmer/Controls Technician

Mactaquac, NB

What you will do:

Fabricate and build electrical, electronic, and mechanical components and assemblies in accordance with operating standards, job requirements, and specifications. Familiarity with Rockwell software & 2D CAD.
Interpret and produce electrical, electronic, and mechanical drawings and other related technical documents and graphics for a variety of stakeholders in compliance with industry standards.
Select and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and equipment to assess, maintain, and repair electromechanical circuits, equipment, processes, systems, and subsystems.
Maintain and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical components, equipment, and systems to ensure that they function according to specifications and to optimize production.
Support the design and production of mechanical components by assisting in the specification of manufacturing materials and processes.
Apply, analyze, build, install, commission, and troubleshoot a variety of mechanical, electrical, and electronic control systems, logic and digital circuits, passive AC and DC circuits, and active circuits.
Install and troubleshoot basic computer hardware and programming to support the electromechanical engineering environment.
Maintain and troubleshoot automated equipment.
Select electromechanical equipment, components, and systems that fulfill job requirements and functional specifications.
Assist in applying quality control and quality assurance program procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.
Work in compliance with relevant industry standards, laws and regulations, codes, policies, and procedures.
Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance and to remain current in the field and responsive to emergent technologies and national and international standards.
Contribute as an individual and a member of an electromechanical engineering team to the effective completion of tasks and projects.
Support project management activities such as planning, implementation and evaluation of projects, and monitoring of resources, timelines, and expenditures as required.

Who you are:

Self-motivated, driven individual with excellent problem-solving skills, responsible for the completion of task at hand and to be a positive ambassador to our client base.

Essential qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Electro-Mechanical Technology, or an equivalent.
2 years minimum experience working with automated industrial equipment.

Working Experience in automation or electrical design is required.
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team (both internal and remote), including mechanical, electrical, control, fluid power, and support.
Solid knowledge of electrical field devices. – limit switches of various types, encoders, scanners, etc.
Excellent understanding of motor control, servos and VFDs etc.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate with Project Managers, Site/Office, and Sales Teams on a regular basis.
Organized, self-regulated and excellent time management skills required.

Asset qualifications:

Excellent comprehension of PLC's, programming, and related hardware within the Rockwell Architecture (Allen Bradley Products preferred).
Experience in Rockwell software & 2D CAD, and Microsoft Office is an asset.
Ability to work extra hours to ensure a successful project when required.
Working experience and understanding of automated industrial mechanical systems is a significant asset.

What we offer:

Competitive salary and RRSP matching.
Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance).
Wellness support, including annual wellness allowance.
Paid vacation and flex days.
Personal and professional development opportunities.
Company celebrations and events.

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