Business Advisor – Operational Efficiency

BDC

Business Advisor delivering industrial automation and robotics consulting for BDC, Canada’s bank dedicated to growing small and medium-sized businesses. Improving clients’ productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeVancouver • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in industrial automation, robotics, and AI-driven solutions, with a strong focus on developing practical strategies and methodologies for operational improvement. Proven ability to manage complex consulting engagements while fostering client relationships and delivering tailored solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Industrial Automation ExpertiseRobotics and AI SolutionsProject ManagementConsulting and Business Advisory SkillsLean and Six Sigma Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Industrial AutomationRoboticsPLCHMISCADAMachine VisionSensor TechnologiesAutomated Material HandlingIndustrial IoTMES/OT-IT Integration

Soft Skills

Client Relationship ManagementCommunication SkillsCollaborationTeamworkStakeholder Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringMBAP.Eng.

Industry Keywords

Consulting ExperienceAutomation InitiativesManufacturing ProcessesBusiness DevelopmentVendor Ecosystems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

IoT

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver advisory engagements including automation assessments, automation roadmaps, productivity improvement plans, equipment investment business cases, and third-party plan reviews
Lead projects from initiation to completion, managing scope, budget, timelines, quality standards, and client expectations
Provide technical expertise and thought leadership in industrial automation, robotics, autonomous systems, and emerging technologies
Develop advisory methodologies, tools, and solutions based on industry trends and best practices
Collaborate with Client Partners and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities, scope engagements, and develop client proposals
Engage directly with clients to understand business challenges and recommend practical automation and operational improvement solutions
Support business development and the continuous evolution of advisory offerings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 10 years of consulting experience
At least 6 years specializing in industrial automation, robotics, and digitally enabled equipment across multiple industries
Ability to translate business and operational requirements into practical AI-enabled solutions
Experience identifying, evaluating, implementing, and managing automation or AI initiatives in production, manufacturing, logistics, field service, or industrial operations
Expertise in several areas including robotics, PLC, HMI, SCADA, industrial control systems, machine vision, sensor technologies, automated material handling, warehouse automation, Industrial IoT, MES/OT-IT integration, AI, automation, robotics, or advanced digital technologies
Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies
Experience developing automation strategies, investment business cases, cost analyses, ROI assessments, and implementation roadmaps
Strong consulting and business advisory skills
Ability to design practical solutions tailored to small and medium-sized enterprises
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, industrial technology infrastructure, integration approaches, and vendor ecosystems
Experience applying AI-driven solutions in industrial or manufacturing environments
Project management experience delivering standard and customized consulting engagements
Excellent client relationship, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Collaboration and teamwork capabilities
Willingness to travel occasionally within Western Canada
MBA, P.Eng., or other relevant professional designation considered an asset
Experience with Canadian industrial equipment vendors, automation OEMs, or system integrators considered an asset
Bilingualism considered an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible and competitive benefits
Employee Savings and Investment Plan with BDC matching part of voluntary contributions
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
$750 wellness and health care spending account
Paid vacation each year
Five personal days
Sick days as necessary
Offices closed from December 25 to January 1
Hybrid work model
Opportunities for learning, training and development