Commissioning Specialist

Job Overview

Headquartered in Montreal and Berlin, Vention helps manufacturers automate their operations in record time with the only hardware and software AI‑powered platform built for the factory floor. Our technology powers over 25,000 machines across 4,000 factories on 5 continents and we have the privilege to work with a significant proportion of Fortune 500 manufacturers, from space rockets to electric cars to robotics.

At Vention, you’ll work alongside driven and talented people who care deeply about their craft and the impact they create. We’re a team of high achievers who grow through meaningful work, solving complex challenges, learning fast, and seeing the results of our efforts every day.

We move quickly and aim high, but we do it together with care, collaboration, and respect. Our culture celebrates diverse perspectives and supports your growth through intentional development, strong leadership, and opportunities to make a real difference.

As a Commissioning Specialist at Vention, you’ll lead the deployment and integration of turnkey automation and robotics solutions for our clients. You’ll manage project execution, hardware and software integration, and client relationships to ensure each project is delivered to specification, on time. You’ll carry responsibility from planning through post‑commissioning support, continuously optimizing our delivery processes and driving innovation in how Vention serves its customers.

• Execute project management and drive customer communications related to Vention’s turnkey projects.
• Program automated cells and robotic applications using Python and Vention’s programming interface.
• Install, configure, deploy and commission Vention’s turnkey projects at client sites, focusing on hardware and software integration.
• Provide feedback on potential improvements to relevant teams (Product, Applications, Sales, Marketing), ensuring learnings from delivery are fed back into future projects.
• Own the initial post‑commissioning support for the client.
• Create and maintain an improvement roadmap to continuously improve and optimize the end‑to‑end delivery process.
• Create and refine the documentation related to the delivery process, with the goal of handing off execution to different teams.
• Support the pre‑sale process with testing and product expertise.
• Ensure the work area is well‑organized and functional.

What You Bring to the Table

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in automation or robotics engineering, or equivalent related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive problem‑solver, capable of identifying/reporting issues and generating solutions.
• Attention to detail in the context of customer satisfaction.
• Python programming experience.
• Able to travel (25%) between Canada and the United States.
• Ability to split time 75% at Lachine office and 25% at St Henri office.
• A curiosity to learn, a collaborative mindset, and a drive to contribute to something meaningful.

• Career pathing:
  Real opportunities to grow through personalized development plans, bi‑annual employee reviews, and mentorship program.
• Professional development:
  Continuous training in performance management, inclusive leadership, leadership operating model, team building, and giving/receiving feedback.
• Gender diversity & inclusion:
  Pay equity reviews, inclusive policies, and a Women’s Employee Resource Group offering networking, mentorship, and quarterly learning sessions.
• Hybrid work:
  Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid model, allowing you to work from home on select days.
• Community engagement:
  Two paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes you care about.
• Central location:
  Regular team gatherings and a collaborative office space in the heart of Montreal, surrounded by cafés and restaurants.
• Team events:
  All year round employee events including annual kick‑off, employee summit, quarterly happy hours, and department events.
• Comprehensive benefits: A complete group benefits plan for you and your family that starts day one.

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