Merkur, a firm of experts in manufacturing performance since 1994, offers you a great opportunity to contribute to its development. We specialize in product development, operational excellence, automation and manufacturing projects, as well as smart factories.

With a client base of over 800 companies across Quebec and internationally, we work in a stimulating, innovative environment focused on collaborative values.

As an Automation Project Manager, your expertise will be put to use in carrying out strategic and engineering assignments for our clients in the Greater Montreal area.

Here’s what you’ll be doing in this role:

• Participate in the automation strategy mandates of our clients;

• Research and propose innovative solutions to develop specifications;

• Contribute to the design of automation and robotics projects;

• Program industrial robots and automation systems;

• Find solutions to complex problems and integrate them into various equipment;

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and best practices;

• Perform commissioning and provide support at our clients’ sites;

• Maintain good relationships with clients and ensure the progress of the projects under your responsibility.

The minimum skills you must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in automation or automated production;

• At least 3 years of professional experience in a similar role;

• Experience in PLC and HMI programming;

• Proficiency with AllenBradley and/or Siemens systems is a significant asset;

• Experience in equipment commissioning on-site;

• Ability to travel to our clients (Montreal and surrounding areas);

• Excellent communication skills with strong analytical and meticulous abilities;

• Autonomy and ability to propose solutions in complex situations.

And what about our benefits?

• We are committed to promoting work-life balance. At Merkur, we offer a very flexible hybrid work model. You will have the opportunity to work two days from home and interact with your peers on the other days;

• We operate within a non-rigid hierarchical structure with close ties to management;

• We offer a comprehensive integration process, feedback, and opportunities to quickly enhance your skills within a rewarding multidisciplinary team;

• We have an internal structure that values initiative and offers stimulating challenges;

• We place humans at the center of our business decisions and have an inclusive culture that recognizes the richness of diversity;

• We work in an environment that promotes well-being with accessible resources for stress management, mental health, and telemedicine;

• We reimburse contributions to a professional order;

• In addition to statutory holidays and vacation, we offer five additional paid days off.