Automation Manager

NWI Precision specializes in high-precision machining of critical components for aerospace and defense applications, including nuclear pressure vessel components and engine thrust links. Our commitment to excellence extends through our commercial aerospace and military aircraft projects. We are seeking a highly experienced Automation Manager to lead our automation projects.

This role oversees the development, implementation, and optimization of automated systems to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and quality. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Designs and executes automation strategies to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Manages automation projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Works with various departments to assess automation needs and integrate automated systems seamlessly.
• Supervises and/or performs the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated systems to meet performance and safety standards.
• Ensures compliance with industry regulations and company quality standards.
• Stays updated on advancements in automation technology and implements best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in automation, particularly in project management and leadership roles.
• Strong technical knowledge of automated system design, robotics, control systems, and relevant software applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for assessing complex systems and developing automation solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in robotics and motion control, including PLC programming discrete I/O protocols and integration of Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Expertise in data acquisition and management, have broad knowledge common database management systems (e.g. SQL, MongoDB) and Power BI.
• Experience in the aerospace, automotive, or production-related industries.
• Expertise in research and development of automation technology capabilities.
• Relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Automation Professional (CAP).

Key Attributes:

• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills to drive innovation and efficiency in highly regulated industries.
• Ability to advance automation technologies while ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards in the aerospace and nuclear sectors.

NWI Precision will make reasonable accommodations of an otherwise qualified employee or applicant for employment, unless undue hardship to NWI Precision would result. Any applicant or employee who requires accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a job should provide details to Human Resources.

NWI Precision is strongly committed to the recruitment, selection, development, and promotion of employees based on individual merit. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national original, age, or disability. We continually seek to build and maintain a workforce that reflects the customers and organizations we serve.

Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé in response to this posting or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of NWI Precision. NWI Precision will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North York, ON M9L 1L4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• How many years of work experience do you have with SQL?

Experience:

• Power BI: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person