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The ATG Electronics Technologist is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of control systems and electronics devices used on ATG cyclotrons and related equipment. The role requires a highly independent technologist with strong hands-on experience in electronics, instrumentation, automation, and industrial control systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Control Systems & Automation Design, upgrade, install, commission, and maintain control systems.
Integrate controls hardware (PLCs) with: HMI /operator consoles
Sensors and transducers
Networks and workstations
Contactors, switches, and other field devices
Maintenance & Troubleshooting Repair and maintain controls and electronic equipment.
Diagnose failures and system issues.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
Maintain operational spare equipment inventory.
Support maintenance of cyclotrons and associated subsystems.
Engineering & Documentation Create electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Develop test plans and test fixtures.
Record equipment test results and maintenance history.
Manage configuration changes in accordance with ATG/TRIUMF procedures.
Project Management & Collaboration Work independently with minimal supervision.
Mentor junior technicians when required.
Liaise with vendors, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
Demonstrate leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
Lead controls or electronics aspects of major projects or tasks
Coordinate with mechanical, software, and data systems teams.
Provide technical recommendations and guidance
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
While there are no supervisory responsibilities associated with the position, the incumbent, if required, may provide technical oversight to junior technicians or other staff assigned to the electronics maintenance tasks. He / She must be able to demonstrate to users the function and correct usage of electronics equipment and correct mistakes when necessary.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Practical experience and knowledge of electronics, instrumentation, controls and electrical systems
PLC programming and HMI development experience, or a strong desire and aptitude to learn these skills
Practical experience with Allen Bradley controllers, Rockwell Automation interface, and Altium designer will be considered a definite asset
Electronics servicing skills such as soldering, reading and creating electrical schematic diagrams
Experience in analog and digital electronics
Troubleshooting and practical hands-on experience with electronic and electro-mechanical devices and equipment
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills to prepare documentation, such as equipment operating procedures, test methodology and assembly techniques
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to consult on different aspects of electronics and controls devices with vendors and ATG employees
Ability to work with minimal supervision
An effective team player capable of developing strong working relationships
The incumbent will be required to complete the TRIUMF in-house…