Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.
At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation. Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.
Major Duties
The Manager of Nuclear Applications Engineering is responsible for overseeing a diverse range of technological reviews and coordinating activities to support the development of proposals for automation tooling and systems tailored to meet the needs of nuclear customers. This includes conducting comprehensive reviews of concepts, costing, and proposals generated by the nuclear applications engineering team. The manager holds the ultimate responsibility for reviewing and approving these proposals, ensuring they align with the technical requirements and specifications outlined by nuclear customers.
Specific Responsibilities
- Reviews customer RFQ prior to assigning to applications engineering staff.
- Reviews initial concepts with applications engineer to ensure proper direction is taken; approves final concept prior to costing.
- In projects where technical complexity is large, the applications engineering manager will involve key members of engineering and supply chain management in risk analysis, Proof of Principle activities, cycle time development, conceptual layout and costing.
- Reviews and approves final costing as part of the Total Cost Commitment (TCC) process.
- Works with Finance and Scheduling to complete the Bid Form and Approval process.
- Ensures applications contract review and project kick-off procedures are followed.
- Responsible for the quality and content of proposals issued by the Nuclear Applications Engineering Department for all types of automation tooling, equipment and projects.
- Travels to the customer’s site to assist in Front End of the Business (FEOB) sales activities and proposal development support s required.
- Work with Director of Applications to guide department direction and initiatives.
- Assessing industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation that will achieve strategic advances for ATS.
- Recommend and implement best practices and updates to standard operating procedures.
- Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
- Overseeing the performance, development, and training of the nuclear applications engineering team members. This includes setting goals, providing feedback, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.
Qualifications
Education:
• A post-secondary diploma or degree in mechanical design or engineering.
• Additional qualifications or certifications related to automation, robotics, or machine controls would be advantageous.
Experience:
• A minimum of five years of experience in mechanical design, engineering or equivalent career experience, preferably within an automation environment.
• Must have a working knowledge of robotics, machine controls and manufacturing processes and be able to keep abreast of leading-edge technology.
• Experience in the nuclear industry would be beneficial but not mandatory. Candidates with prior exposure to nuclear applications or similar highly regulated industries would have an advantage.
• An ability to present ideas, concepts and pricing information in a clear, concise manner suitable for technical audiences is essential.
• Demonstrated experience in team building, performance management, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Leadership qualities such as the ability to motivate and mentor team members, make informed decisions, and drive projects forward would be valuable in this role.
Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation?
- Be a part of an engaged, empowered and innovative global workforce
- We offer a robust total rewards package- Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase Program
- We provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots more.
- We are intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program.
ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary
If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.
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