Electrical and Programming Designer

Why join the ABI LTD team?

Since 1989, ABI has developed technology to help bakeries make better food, more efficiently. Over those three decades and more, we have grown into a global integrator of automated bakery equipment for some of the largest bakeries in the world. 

Our wide range of products includes machines and equipment for every step of the baking process, from ingredient handling through to the packaging of finished baked goods. Indeed, ABI provides stand-alone equipment and production lines for small and medium-sized wholesale bakeries; but we also design and integrate full end-to-end lines for many of the world's largest industrial baking centres. 

We are passionate about what we do. We are proud of the equipment we build as well as our network of satisfied customers from all over the globe. 

Looking to the future, we see that robotics is revolutionizing many global industries. In the baking industry, we are a Preferred Partner and the integrator of choice for the largest robotics manufacturer in the world, ABB. It is an exciting time for ABI as we continue to grow. It is this robotics expertise that allows us to offer our customers unparalleled precision and efficiency in their bakeries.

At ABI, we are continuously improving the way we operate to increase our ability to do what we say, meet our commitments, and stand by our products. We strive to remain as adaptable and responsive to our new employees as we are to our customers. And we strive to provide the tools and resources to help our employees flourish! 

We’re the future of baking automation - and we’re growing!  We’re currently looking for a Electrical and Programming Designer to join our team.

About the opportunity 

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Electrical and Programming Designer will primarily be responsible for the architecture and design of analog circuits, systems and algorithms. This position will evaluate the feasibility of different engineering approaches to resolve technical problems and suggest modifications as required. The Electrical and Programming Designer must be creative and innovative and have a proven ability to communicate technical issues to both technical and non-technical employees and clients. This position is also responsible for maintenance and modification of existing applications to increase operating efficiency – including resolving production problems.

Responsibilities & what you’ll be doing:

• Review of documentation (contracts & PO's with clients and suppliers)


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  Involvement in preliminary design with conceptual ideas and design principles

  
  


• Create programs for PLC's, HMI's and other automation components


• Prepare Drawings, Bills of materials and other engineering documentation


•  Research, identify, procure and expedite necessary materials and components


• Research any new technologies and adopt them for ABI's use


•  Develop equipment documentation including installation, maintenance and training manuals


• When necessary, be involved in hands on wiring of control panels and equipment


• Provide customer support/service by providing onsite and/or remote troubleshooting and repairs


•  Travel to customers facilities to install and commission ABI's equipment at the customers facilities


• Be involved in supplied equipment safety review and customer training


• Other duties, tasks and responsibilities as may be assigned by ABI management


• Support internal processes through the creation of system design documents, data models, workflows and automation


• Team member for company training and continuous improvement initiatives

Who we are looking for: 

• Minimum of 5 years experience in electrical controls design and programming


• Expert level AutoCAD and RAPID  (or equivalent robotic language) experience


• Proven experience in Electrical Engineering or related field required with a skillset proven through relevant work experience or personal projects


• Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles


• Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian electrical standards


• Knowledge of required code for operation’s geographical area


• Proven knowledge and familiarity with relevant programming languages (data processing techniques and development best practices

• Able to work both independently and in a team and proven ability to work with remote teams

• Knowledgeable in current and emerging technologies, market trends, application development methodologies

• Good interpersonal skills for effective interaction with system users & third parties


• Ability to assess and communicate business related information


• Ability to communicate and interpret technical information


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills


• Ability and willingness to learn new framework(s) for robotics application, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming, and various other applications


• Excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to communicate to both technical and non-technical staff


• Able to prioritize and manage competing demands / deadlines


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Up-to-date knowledge of latest technologies


• Ability to make sound technical decisions

Like what you’re hearing so far, but still wondering if ABI LTD is right for you? We offer:

• A competitive salary and benefit package


• Healthcare spending account


• Corporate discount for Goodlife Gym membership


• RSP matching


• Monthly birthday celebrations and employee recognition


• Company sponsored events (CN Tower Climb etc)


• Tuition reimbursement


• Working in a multi-cultural and global organization


• Ongoing on-the-job learning and development


• Working with innovative technology and with an industry leader

Please inform us if you require any accommodations during the hiring process. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At ABI LTD., we are committed to ensuring accessibility for persons with disabilities by identifying, removing and preventing barriers to promote the rights of all persons and to build and create an inclusive and accessible working environment, in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code (the “Code”) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “AODA”). 

ABI LTD. fully supports the intent of the AODA and its goal of achieving accessibility for Ontarians with disabilities with respect to Customer Service, Information and Communications and Employment.