Magna

automotive

RoboticsApplication

$100–130k Guelph, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Robotics Application at Magna. Skills: ABB paint robots, RAPID, Robview, automated paint processes, PLC/HMI, Microsoft CAD. Program, optimize, and maintain ABB robotic paint systems. Maintain and develop the architecture of advanced programming to optimize the performance of the robot and paint system”

What You'll Achieve.

Demonstrated improvements in safety, ergonomics, cost, quality, and process stability; optimize the performance of the robot and paint system; Focus on CI for material and energy savings

Industry & Context.

automotive
Problems you'll solve

troubleshooting skills; equipment and product problems or issues

Eligibility Requirements

comfort working on the production floor

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Master’s degree + 2 years, Bachelor’s degree + 4 years or 6+ years of Paint manufacturing experience, Hands‑on experience with ABB paint robots. Mechanical, Electrical, Configurations and Programming, Experience with paint flow control, bells/rotary atomizers, solvents, and mixing ratios, Knowledge of RAPID and Robview advanced programming required, Experience with automated paint processes (automotive or industrial), Familiarity with PLC/HMI environments (Allen Bradley preferred), knowledge of various network tools and troubleshooting, Proficiency with Microsoft CAD (AutoCad, Solidworks) required, communication and presentation skills, able to interface at all organizational levels, troubleshooting skills and comfort working on the production floor and over the phone, Demonstrated improvements in safety, ergonomics, cost, quality, and process stability, Knowledge of conveyor tracking required

Nice to Have

Knowledge of classifications for hazardous environments is an asset

What You'll Do.

and maintain ABB robotic paint systems

Maintain and develop the architecture of advanced programming to optimize the performance of the robot and paint system

Support the Paint application

Paint Process and Maintenance teams as a subject matter expert

Support integration of paint related automation including bells

paint kitchen interfaces

and safety interlocks

Lead FAT/SAT activities

and takt‑based optimization for existing lines and upgrades

Calibrate and maintain ABB Robot Studio simulation environment

Focus on CI for material and energy savings

Lead the Life cycle management

spare parts and other preventative/predictive maintenance programs

Maintenance of all paint programming software

application files and computer backups

Create technotes and training documentation

Coordinate with external suppliers on equipment and product problems or issues

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

able to interface at all organizational levels; Support the Paint application, Paint Process and Maintenance teams as a subject matter expert; Coordinate with external suppliers on equipment and product problems or issues

Communication Scope

communication and presentation skills; able to interface at all organizational levels

Process & Methodology

Lead FAT/SAT activities, cycle time studies, takt‑based optimization, Lead the Life cycle management

Full Job Description

**Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.** ## **What we offer:** At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. ## ## ## **Group Summary:** The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world. **Job Responsibilities:** **QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:** * Immediate open position * $100,000 - $130,000 annual compensation * Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or related field. * Master’s degree + 2 years, Bachelor’s degree + 4 years or 6+ years of Paint manufacturing experience. * Hands‑on experience with ABB paint robots. Mechanical, Electrical, Configurations and Programming. * Experience with paint flow control, bells/rotary atomizers, solvents, and mixing ratios. * Knowledge of RAPID and Robview advanced programming required. * Experience with automated paint processes (automotive or industrial). * Familiarity with PLC/HMI environments (Allen Bradley preferred). * Strong knowledge of various network tools and troubleshooting * Proficiency with Microsoft Office; CAD (AutoCad, Solidworks) required. * Strong communication and

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