We’re passionate about our technology and we’re gathering momentum…

MineSense Technologies Ltd is revolutionizing the Mining industry.  We have developed an advanced sensing technology that provides mines with ability to optimize the separation of waste from ore.  Our differentiated solution is used not only to significantly boost mine profitability and sustainability, but more importantly, to empower mine operators to make processing decisions that directly reduce their environmental footprint.

We are looking to add an experienced Electrical/Electronics Engineer to support to our product development and manufacturing team. You can expect to work with cutting edge technologies and with a dynamic team of engineers to develop something that has never been done before.   We embrace innovative and creative solutions to complex problems.

The Role:

Control System/PCB Hardware Design

• Design and specify the controls system component and circuits
• Build or procure preliminary prototypes of control systems and printed circuit boards
• Bench calibration and verification of sensors and system sub-assemblies
• Collaborate with vendors to source components and troubleshoot failures

Control Systems/Embedded Software Programming

• Write microcontrollers firmware code or design using Simulink/LabView
• Write IEC standard PLC programs

Communication Systems and Architecture

• Design and specify the system communication architecture
• Configure the system network devic (i.e. access points, switches, modems and remote IO’s)
• Configure ethernet networking for industrial communication protocols (i.e. Modbus, OPC,
• EthernetIP)

Lab Testing and Commissioning:

• Develop test procedures and verify prototypes
• Perform system integration with software and hardware and final system commissioning.

Troubleshooting

• Lead / collaborate system root cause and failure analysis using industry standard process and best practices

Field Work

• Remotely support the start-up and commissioning, as well as, occasional travel to site for product support

Documentation

• Generate design documentation, schematics, harnesses and bill of materials using Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and EPLAN
• Develop production procedures and instructions and testing standard
• Write / document the control system narrative
  
  

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics or Controls system engineering
• Minimum 3-4 years’ experience as an electrical or electronics engineer
• Industrial or automotive digital and analog electronics design experience is an asset
• Hands on experience designing and troubleshooting control panels and printed circuit board design (PCB)
• Hands on experience with PLC or embedded system programming
• Hands on experience on Ethernet networking and industrial communication protocols (i.e. Modbus, OPC, EthernetIP)

• Must be able to travel up 20% to the customer’s work site and follow their site operation and safety procedures

NICE TO HAVE'S:

• High level system understanding or design experience
• HMI design experience
• Knowledge of the industrial security best practice will be a plus
• Knowledge of automotive and mobile equipment power and controls system is a plus.
• Experience building products for a harsh environment
• EPLAN experience
• CodeSys is an asset

WHY IS THIS A GOOD OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU?

MineSense uses the latest software, hardware, industrial / control, and communication technologies in each of our sensor-rich products, so you are guaranteed to work with new technologies to expand your technical knowledge and expertise.

CONTACT DETAILS:

For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.minesense.com

Please forward a copy of your resume and a cover letter to our Human Resources Department at careers@minesense.com with the subject title of the position you are applying for in your email.

NOTE:  We would like to thank all candidates who apply, however, only those who are qualified and who are eligible to accept employment in Canada WITHOUT sponsorship will be considered. No Agencies please.

We are committed to providing a safe working environment for our employees, our customers and members of the public with whom we interact with regularly. Successful candidates must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to work at MineSense and enter a MineSense office. Individuals that cannot be fully vaccinated due to a medical reason or another protected ground under Human Rights legislation may request an accommodation. We will do our best to accommodate those who are unable to be vaccinated.