Robotics Technician

Hexagon Purus Systems is currently seeking an Automation/Robotics Technician to work out of our Kelowna, BC facility.

This position will support the design and development of automated systems and robotic work-cells to enable the manufacturing of Hexagon Purus’ battery module. This will mean designing automated processes and work-cell layouts to support required task times. The Automation or Robotics Technician will be part of a team dedicated to the battery module value stream. This role will also be responsible for programming PLC’s and validating the automated process prior to production.

Responsibilities

· Design, program, and implement automated work-cells for various battery module assembly processes (robotic dispensing cells, material conveyance, end of line test systems)

· Develop assembly tools, jigs, fixtures, end of arm tooling, and material racks for automated work-cells

· Program PLC’s

· Design workstations, manufacturing operations, and implement within ERP software

· Develop wiring schematics and harness drawings as needed for electrical systems that support the automated processes

· Conduct PFMEAs to identify potential failures within the automated work-cells

· Work with manufacturing engineering manager, integrators, and component suppliers to ensure compatibility and timely installation of production and test equipment to support production line deployment

· Design and develop vehicle and sub-system functional test devices

Education and Experience

· Robotics, Automation, or Mechatronics Diploma with 4 years of relative work experience

· Mechatronics or automation programming experience required

· Hand and power tool experience required

· Knowledge of controls logic and electrical systems

· Prior experience with low and high voltage systems, their associated risks and best practices is an asset

· Automotive experience an asset

· Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills and problem solving

· Prior experience with failure analysis and the 8D Process asset

· Strong project management skills

· Ability to handle multiple jobs and adapt to a rapidly changing work environment with fluctuating priorities. · 3D CAD experience, Creo preferred

· Visio and MS office Suite experience

In accordance with the Pay Transparency Act of British Columbia, we anticipate this position will pay a salary range of:

$60,000 - $80,000/yr CAD

The compensation posted is a guide and may not represent the final amount offered to a candidate. Compensation will be based on candidate skills, qualifications, and overall experience level.

Compensation at Hexagon Purus includes base salary, comprehensive benefits package, variable annual bonus, and 6% RRSP match.

If you feel that you don't fit into the compensation range above, please talk to us! We would still love to hear from you.