Engineering Project Lead

KTH Shelburne is now accepting applications from Electromechanical Technologists to join our team as an Engineering Project Lead. KTH Shelburne is a leader in automotive frame components, and is Dufferin County’s largest employer. With over 500 employee’s, we have built a team environment where all of our associates contribute to our overall success. We encourage and support continuous learning.

Pay: CA$55,000.00 - CA$75,000.00 per year

Job Duties:

As an Engineering Project lead, you will complete technical investigations, troubleshooting, leading installation and coordinating with contractors and vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, Create, and Modify PLC, Robotic, and HMI programs
• Create and Modify Electrical drawings using AutoCAD
• Manage and lead projects of various complexities including initial investigation, testing and implementation.
• Lead and support equipment commissioning , modifications and installations
• Oversee and coordinate with contractors during equipment modifications and installations
• Participate in the Development of equipment within KSM, including but not limited to, Jig Spec, Jig Design, Weld Schedules, and Weld Allotment
• Create, modify and review assembly and layout drawings using Catia and AutoCAD
• Ensure equipment meets all safety standards and PSHR
• Utilize root cause analysis to develop and implement various equipment improvements to generate equipment efficiency and safety.
• Generate proposals and present to all levels of management
• Serve as the engineering “window” contact to support departments and K-Group business partners

What we look for:

• Minimum 3 year College Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Must have prior experience working in Automotive Manufacturing
• Automation Experience ( PLC, HMI, Robot, Safety PLC, VFD)
• Previous experience with Robotic Welding systems is required
• Must be willing and able to travel to the USA
• Experience with Solidworks or Inventor is an asset
• Experience with Keyence or Cognex vision system is an asset

The Perks:

• Competitive wages
• Pension Plan
• Group benefits – vision, medical and dental
• Work boot and safety glasses allowance
• Attendance incentives and annual performance bonus
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Willing and able to support shifts as required
• Willing and able to support OT as require
• Willing and able to support weekend work as required

In accordance with the OHRC and the AODA, KTH is committed to providing accommodation in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, upon request. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process or in order to successfully submit an application, please reach out to a member of the KTH Human Resources department.