Join the Lucidyne Team

People perform best at what they enjoy most, and we at Lucidyne accomplish great things because we relish a challenge. Some may look for the comfort and reliability of repetition in their jobs, but our staff prefers the growth opportunity created by meeting new challenges and demands. As a result, creative problem solving is our forte.

See our job offers below. Please email resume and cover letter to kareyp@lucidyne.com.

Systems Engineer

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to design and implement PLC based control systems sold along with our lumber scanning & optimization systems. We desire a technical professional who understands the underlying technology and appreciates the perspective of end users to develop robust applications.

Responsibilities:

• Control System Design
  • PLC/HMI
  • Drive configuration and tuning
  • Networking
  • Database customization
  • Reporting tools
• Project Management
  • Manage integration of control systems with customer equipment
  • Manage project schedules
  • Manage project budget
  • Project documentation
  • Ongoing support
• Onsite installation
  • Integration of Lucidyne products at customer sites around the world
  • Travel up to 25%

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science)
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in automation and process control systems
• Experience with Rockwell RSLogix and FactoryTalk View
• Solid problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Self motivated

Desired:

• Experience in Microsoft SQL Server a plus
• Prior experience in lumber mills and lumber grading preferred
• Experience with machine vision control systems is a plus
• Experience in .NET application development

Grading Support

Job Overview:

This job is a combination of support services for customers, engineering staff, and sales staff of our GradeScan systems with Perceptive Sight AI technologically.

Job Responsibilities Include (not limited to):

• Phone and onsite customer support
• Software engineer support
• Regression testing of new software
• Customer training
• System startup
• Troubleshooting system issues
• Upgrading and installation of software to systems remotely
• R&D testing for software engineers
• Travel both domestically and internationally up to 33% of the time
• Work with the entire Lucidyne team and interact successfully with all staff to ensure the best results possible for the customer

Basic Requirements:

• Excellent people skills with a can-do attitude
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 33%
• MS Windows
• Access to high speed internet
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Self-motivated
• Ability to multitask

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in customer service
• Experience in sawmill or planer mill environment
• Knowledge of lumber grading
• Knowledge of Lumber mill optimization
• Ability to install computer programs and navigate windows environment

Purchasing Assistant

Job Description:

This position will monitor and assist in Purchasing materials in support of Production Schedules and Customer Service orders. This includes purchasing materials to support those schedules, along with support in creating Sales Orders and kitting Work Orders associated with planned schedules. Qualified candidates must be well organized and able to support multiple projects/assignments. This position will have direct contact with Materials Supervisor and Production Coordinator to establish timeline compliance.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities: 

• Purchased required materials in support of timelines established by Master Schedule and follow up on scheduled delivery of purchases.
• Communicate changes in materials availability to Materials Supervisor. (i.e. Product obsolescence, extended lead times, ect.)
• Kitting Work Orders from MRP as provided by Production Coordinator.
• Report unexpected Kit shortages to Production Coordinator.
• Monitor Inventory Levels and assist with annual Inventory Cycle Count.
• Assist with packaging Customer order shipments according to established operating procedures.
• Provide support to Material Supervisor and Production Coordinator in regard to project schedule needs.
• Attend Production meetings to assist in establishing schedules and timelines.

Required Skills

• Experience using Materials Requirement Planning software (MRP).
• Well versed in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Detailed oriented with solid analytical skills
• Self-motivated, organized, creative and good team member skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Organized, time management skills, ability to deal with ambiguity
• Strong understanding of Manufacturing practices

Work Environment: Warehouse

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years material requirement planning experience.
• Experience with APICS training a plus

Sales Engineer

We are a high-tech company of dedicated people making quality scanners and software products that maximize the use of natural resources and thus make the world a better place. We focus on scanning solutions for lumber mills, and provide solutions that give our customers the competitive edge they need to manage their mills and their businesses.

You will work in a challenging and stimulating work environment, earn a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefit package, with a team of like-minded professionals in a flexible and professional work environment.

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced sales professional to become an expert on our product line, provide technical support at key stages of the sales process, and to author formal technical proposals to help close new business.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the key technical point of contact for new business opportunities driving technical solutions, attending opportunity discussions, and delivering technical presentations.
• Work with sales team to identify opportunities and placement of our products with new and existing customers
• Development, preparation and presentation of technical proposals
• Work with sales team to understand customers requirements
• Assist in the development of project feasibility evaluations, contract reviews and kick-off meeting materials.
• Manage customer demonstrations in showroom to demonstrate ROI
• Update CRM to reflect sales activities
• Attend trade shows
• Travel up to 15%

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science)
• Minimum 3 years experience in the wood products industry
• Previous sales experience preferred; customer service experience required
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to quickly learn our products capabilities
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills
• Critical thinker and problem solving skills
• Excellent listening skills
• Strong writing skills – Quotation, contract, and technical specification experience
• Self-directed, ability to to work independently, high sense of personal accountability and deadline/results oriented.

Sales Representative

We are a high-tech company of dedicated people making quality scanners and software products that maximize the use of natural resources and thus make the world a better place. We focus on scanning solutions for lumber mills, and provide solutions that give our customers the competitive edge they need to manage their mills and their businesses.

You will work in a challenging and stimulating work environment, earn a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefit package, with a team of like-minded professionals in a flexible and professional work environment.

Overview:

We are seeking a sales professional with lumber mill experience who can drive, manage and present our product line. Must also work with the in-house team to provide technical support at key stages of the sales process, and with customers to understand their needs to help drive solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the key point of contact for new business opportunities driving solutions, attending opportunity discussions, and delivering presentations.
• Expand existing client base through networking and lead development
• Foster purposeful relationships with all existing and future customers
• Identify opportunities and placement of our products with new and existing customers
• Development of key information for the preparation and presentation of proposals
• Working with customers to understand their requirements and provide sales support
• Assist in the development of project analysis, contract reviews, and kick-off meeting materials.
• Setting and achieving sales forecasts and quotas
• Negotiates orders and other commercial terms
• Update CRM to reflect sales activities
• Attend trade shows
• Travel up to 40%

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Minimum 3 years experience in the wood products industry
• Previous sales experience preferred; customer service experience required
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn our products
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills
• Critical thinker and problem solving skills
• Excellent listening skills
• Self-directed, ability to work independently, high sense of personal accountability, and deadline/results oriented.

Scanner Technician 

Are you a technology enthusiast looking for an exciting and future-proof job? Would you like to work in an international environment? Where you can implement your ideas and be part of a motivated and successful team?

At Lucidyne we are always on the lookout for motivated employees that focus on customers and love technology.

Lucidyne offers a competitive base salary and benefits as part of our team-oriented work environment

Job Overview:

This job is a combination of Service, Installation and Production of our technologically advanced machine vision lumber grading systems.

Job Responsibilities Include (not limited to):

• Mechanical, electrical and network installation of systems
• Customer support both onsite and remotely (24-hour support service)
• Setup and install software on computers
• Travel both domestically and internationally up to 33% of the time
• Work with the entire Lucidyne team and interact successfully with all staff to ensure the best results possible for the customer

Basic Requirements:

• Excellent people skills with a can-do attitude
• Ability to travel up to 33%
• MS Windows and basic networking skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to multitask

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in sawmill or planer mill environment
• Experience in basic electrical wiring or reading prints
• Ability to install computer programs and navigate windows environment
• Network setup
• Maintenance experience

Production Technician 

High-technology provider of automated lumber scanner/optimizer equipment is looking for a production technician to join our manufacturing team. Our fast-paced, team-centered environment offers the opportunity to advance for the individual who demonstrates the ability to work with different teams and different projects simultaneously, and produce results under pressure. The successful candidate will be:

• Experienced with the safe use of common hand and power tools used in mechanical and electrical assembly
• Experienced with basic computer skills and programs
• A problem-solver, able to quickly diagnose, analyze and respond to issues as they arise
• In possession of a valid driver’s license with no limiting infractions, and dependable means of transportation
• Fluent in English, written and spoken

Job Description.

• Assembly of lumber scanning systems equipment.
• Assembly and testing of lumber transport modules.
• Read, understand, and act on mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Minor fabrication as needed.
• Assembly of minor electrical panels or components.
• Support shipping department as needed for major product shipments.
• Some occasional travel required

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate. Competitive salary, generous benefits, free parking. Send cover letter and resume to kareyp@lucidyne.com

Certified Grader

High-technology provider of automated lumber scanner/optimizer equipment is looking for certified graders to assist in evaluating our customers’ lumber and our system performance on grading the lumber. This is not a traditional lumber grading job, but a position that allows the certified grader to put those skills to use in a high-technology, leading-edge industry with a team of professionals working to advance the industry. Strong computer and communication skills are also required, experience with automated lumber grading and optimization a plus. Applicants must be fluent in English, with the energy to produce results under pressure. Please email resume and cover letter to kareyp@lucidyne.com.

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