Automation Specialist

JMP Solutions - Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider in Calgary is looking for an Automation Specialist to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your technical expertise to design and implement innovative automation solutions while ensuring superior client experiences. Ideal candidates will have a background in engineering with practical experience in PLC programming and system design, with exceptional communication skills and a passion for solving complex industrial challenges.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and 401K / RRSP packages

Clear paths for career advancement

Hands on experience with the latest automation technologies

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in PLC Programming and HMI/SCADA Design.
• Self-starter attitude and client-focused approach.
• Ability to travel within US and Canada 25-40% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Work on various stages of automation and control projects.
• Support technical documentation and system commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues on-site and remotely.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Design

SCADA System Design

Troubleshooting

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Job description

We are seeking talented individuals to join our growing team!

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions leverages the strengths, experience, and capabilities of our existing businesses, along with new talent, to transform and grow into the ultimate automation solutions trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge.

As an Automation Specialist within our Calgary office, you will excel in a multi-faceted role supporting our clients in the Automation Solutions space. You will be pivotal in solving our customers’ business problems using your creativity and technical expertise to create, design and implement innovative control system solutions. Ultimately, you will provide superior client experiences partnering with your internal team to cohesively deliver a vision, energy, and intensity that exceeds client expectations.

What would a typical day look like?

• Technically, Automation Specialists will work on various stages of automation and control projects including PLC programming, HMI design, SCADA system design, electrical design and troubleshooting / testing / debugging, controls documents
• Supporting the preparation of technical documentation, including functional design specifications and test plans.
• Participate in system commissioning activities including I / O checkout, loop tuning, and functional testing.
• Participating in planning sessions that will identify industry business drivers and trends that will serve as the basis for developing key offerings to our clients
• Attending client meetings or project check-ins to provide updates and gather requirements.
• Assist with troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving technical issues on-site and remotely.

What qualifies you for this opportunity?

• Post-secondary degree / diploma in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or equivalent qualifications preferred.
• Ideally 1-3 years’ experience with PLC Programming and HMI / SCADA Design primarily in Rockwell and Schneider
• Experience commissioning at customer sites including t roubleshooting, testing and debugging of systems
• A proven self-starter with a positive attitude, who is motivated by solving complex challenges
• A strong client-focused approach, dedicated to providing exceptional client experiences to our internal and external customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Motivated & passionate about working with people and overcoming challenges through collaboration and a win-win paradigm
• An ability to travel; Automation Specialists at Convergix will require the ability to travel within the US and Canada 25-40% of the time

Physical Demands :

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required for the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds.

What does CONVERGIX Offer You?

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including :

• Comprehensive benefits and 401K / RRSP packages (including health, dental, vision coverage and more!)
• Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development
• Hands on experience with the latest automation technologies and tools
• The chance to be part of a globally recognized workplace that consistently develops cutting-edge solutions that set industry standards
• A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life

ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS

Convergix Automation Solutions designs, engineers and integrates hardware and software to automate its customers' operations. Convergix specializes in creative, custom solutions and serves customers in a broad range of industries. With over 900 employees and 19 locations worldwide, Convergix is a leading global diversified automation provider. Our vision is to become the ultimate trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world-renowned processes and diverse experience.

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

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