About the role#
Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, the Software Design Co-op in the Nuclear department contributes to machine concepts, control software design, and system integration. You will work on programming assignments involving PLCs, PCs, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, and lasers. This role involves machine installation at customer sites and requires adherence to the Eclipse Project Operating Policy.
What you'll do#
- Design and develop PLC or PC based software programs based on project requirements.
- Debug and commission control systems at company facilities and customer sites.
- Select, test, and integrate hardware components like sensors, robots, and motion controllers.
- Collaborate with the Controls Engineering department to improve integration methods.
- Test machine functionality to verify software completeness.
- Provide accurate project documentation and technical advice to customers.
- Train customers on machine operation and programming principles.
- Monitor project milestones and notify appropriate departments of potential delays.
- Follow all health and safety rules and maintain high ethical standards.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary engineering degree or diploma program.
- Specialization in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering.
- Enrollment in a program that requires a co-op or work term.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Advanced computer skills in Excel.
- Ability to coordinate activities across different departments.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour.
About Eclipse Automation
Eclipse Automation manufactures precision machinery for the industrial sector. Founded in 2001, the company designs and integrates systems for clients in the medical, energy, transportation, food, and consumer goods markets. It operates as a public company with 596 employees. The firm maintains its headquarters in Cambridge, Ontario, with additional offices in the United States, Hungary, and Germany.
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