Central Engineering - Electrical Control Engineer

Astenjohnson Inc; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Controls Engineer, where you will leverage your expertise in designing and implementing control systems for production and testing equipment. This role offers a dynamic environment where you will collaborate with a skilled team, tackle engineering challenges, and contribute to innovative solutions in the paper industry. With a focus on safety and continuous improvement, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while making a significant impact in a company with over 200 years of experience. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering required.
• 2-5 years of relevant work experience in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement control systems for production and testing.
• Supervise electrical installations and commissioning of systems.
• Provide technical support and advice to team members.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

Industrial Electrical Design

Safety Assessment

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Industrial Networking

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Tools

Wonderware Intouch

Indusoft

CAD Software

Job description

Central Engineering - Electrical Control Engineer

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 26, 2024 at 4:00 AM | Expired Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 3:59 AM

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer

Job Type: Full Time

Job Status: Regular

AstenJohnson has more than 200 years of global experience serving the paper industry as a manufacturer of paper machine clothing, specialty fabrics and filaments. We are a preeminent international supplier of reliable, innovative products and technical solutions.

General Scope of Responsibilities:

To provide technical expertise and support as part of the Corporate Engineering team. All team members work on every aspect of project. Define scope, program (PLC and HMI), create drawings, safety, budget creation, purchasing, schedule, testing, and the implementation on site. We also have a wide project scope in budget and size. Required technical skills will be challenged and improved within our team.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Designs various control systems for production and test equipment.
• Programs human machine interface (Wonderware intouch, Indusoft).
• Assessment, design, and implementation of safety.
• Perform the Industrial electrical design as per the industry standard.
• Troubleshoot existing equipment issues.
• Supervise the electrical installation and execute the commissioning of various control systems.
• Serves as consultant to other team members of the Site, i.e., in advising on material selection, solutions to product quality problems, or in training others new aspect of technology.
• Participates as a member of a task force or team assembled to coordinate the tackling of serious challenges.
• Work with documentation / engineering change control processes.
• Identify technology improvements that will align with future business goals and requirements.
• Keeps abreast of developments in engineering technology and practice, especially as it relates to his/her field of expertise.
• Operates and performs in a safe manner at all times.
• Other duties as required.

Reporting Relationships:

This position reports directly to the central engineering electrical team leader.

Supervision Received: The associate carries out the work within broad guidelines, such as objectives, definitions, and budget. The associate’s recommendations are reviewed for soundness of judgment, but are normally accepted as technically accurate and feasible and in conformance with assigned objectives.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Education/Experience: Bachelor of electrical or automation engineering. Two to five years’ work experience in the field of specialization related to the industry.

Skills:

• BSC in Electrical Engineering or B.Eng Electrical
• Technical strength coupled with practical systems and equipment knowledge.
• Strong PLC and HMI programming skills.
• Knowledge of industrial AC drive and motor; knowledge of ABB drive is an asset.
• Knowledge of industrial networking; knowledge of Profibus, profinet and device net is an asset.
• Knowledge of Industrial electrical design (low voltage).
• Ability to communicate with vendors, customers, and trades personnel.
• Ability to travel in USA, Europe and in Asia (Between 20 to 40% of the time and up to 6 consecutive weeks).
• Attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Results-focused, team player with the ability to work well independently.
• Versed in current statutory regulations, industry standards and recommended practices.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Effort & Working Conditions: Normal work environment allows the associate to sit comfortably and move about freely, not confined to a workstation. There may be some need to lift light articles. The physical environment is clean and climate-controlled within a partitioned workstation. There is somewhat frequent involvement in the manufacturing environment. Sensory attention is required to read reports, do keyboarding with additional need to read engineering specifications and operate the CAD system. The associate has frequent customer contact and normal business travel.