Control Systems Support Engineer

Brock Solutions Inc.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Profit sharing

Extended Health benefits

Continuous career growth

Company events and celebrations

Job summary

Brock Solutions in Vancouver, BC is seeking a Control Systems Support Engineer to design, program, integrate, troubleshoot, and support new and existing automated controls systems.

Work with a team of engineers in a collaborative, employee-owned environment that rewards problem solving and innovation. The role may require travel up to 25% and offers a flexible mix of at-home, in-office and on-site work to help you balance life and results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems design, Automation, or related field.
• Ability to learn new technologies independently.
• Aptitude for programming (C, C#, VBA, SQL, Ladder Logic, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Knowledge of HMIs (FactoryTalk, Ignition, Wonderware).
• Knowledge of industrial networks (ControlNet, Profibus, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Understanding of industrial environments, engineering, and production processes.
• Ability to complete security clearance requirements that may be needed.
• Familiarity with IT/Networking and data applications.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical, PLC, and HMI systems.
• Resolve mission-critical issues/outages for high-profile customers.
• Interact with customers and understand client processes.
• Program/modify PLC systems.
• Program/modify HMIs.
• Interface with real-time database applications to manage production information.
• Diagnose root causes and identify areas to improve system performance.
• Site commissioning and installation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Service/Support Manager.
• On-call service/support for existing installations.
• Travel up to 25% through the year.

Skills

Programming aptitude

Independent learning

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Travel availability

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics or Automation related degree

College equivalent qualification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

HMI tools (FactoryTalk, Ignition, Wonderware)

Industrial networks (ControlNet, Profibus)

Ladder Logic programming

Job description

Brock Solutions is an innovative engineering solutions and professional services company specializing in the design, build and implementation of real-time operational solutions for broad based industrial/manufacturing and transportation/logistics organizations worldwide. Some interesting areas we are exploring include industrial automation, machine learning, IIOT, cyber security, AI, robotics, and other technologies. With approximately 1000 employees globally, Brock Solutions is a privately held, employee owned organization with over 30 years in the real-time operational solutions space.

As Brock Solutions continues to grow and respond to the on-going requirements of major clients, we need to add talent to our base of outstanding professionals. We are currently seeking a Control Systems Support Engineer to join our team of experienced professionals located at our office in Vancouver, BC!

Working with other highly motivated Engineers, you will be involved with designing, programming, integrating, troubleshooting, and supporting new and existing automated controls systems.

Employee-owned company with profit sharing, comprehensive benefits, company events and charitable initiatives, a diverse workplace, BBQs and Lunch and Learns, Sports teams, Group fitness initiatives, and a \"We win as a Team\" culture are just some of the reasons our employees love working at Brock!

Brock Solutions offers a flexible work environment that includes a combination of at home, in the office, and on-site options such that individuals can balance work and life. In the end, the intent is to enable you and your team to work effectively and collaboratively to produce results that matter.

Why Work at Brock?

• Competitive compensation package


• Profit sharing


• Extended Health benefits


• Continuous career growth


• Company events and celebrations

Responsibilities may include

• Troubleshooting a variety of electrical, PLC, and HMI systems


• Resolving mission critical issues/outages for high profile customers


• Interact with customers and understand the client processes


• Programming/modification of PLC systems


• Programming/modification of Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)


• Interfacing with real-time database applications to manage critical production information


• Diagnose and analyze systems to determine the root cause of current issues, to identify potential future issues, and to identify areas to improve or maintain system performance


• Site commissioning and installation


• Performing other duties as assigned by Service/Support Manager


• On-call service/support for existing installations


• Travel up to 25% through the year

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems design, Automation, Industrial Engineering or College equivalent


• Ability to learn new technologies independently


• Aptitude for Programming (C,C#,VBA, SQL, Ladder Logic, or other languages)


• Knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)


• Knowledge of HMIs (Factory-Talk, Ignition, Wonderware)


• Knowledge of industrial networks (ControlNet, Profibus, etc.)


• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written


• Understanding of industrial environments, engineering, and production processes


• Ability to complete all security clearance requirements that may be required for the performance of the work


• Familiarity with IT/Networking and data applications


• Ability to read electrical schematics

Other Job Information (if applicable)

We appreciate your interest in joining our team.

Please note that: (a) all applicants must be legally entitled to work in the country where the position is located; and (b) some roles require eligibility for government security clearances or site access, which may require citizenship or lawful permanent resident status under the applicable policies and regulations.

New grads are welcome to apply. If you have graduated within the last 3 years, please also submit a soft copy of your transcript (unofficial copy is fine).

Brock Solutions strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, Brock Solutions will endeavour to remove barriers to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

Please note that we may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or filter applicants for this position.

Please be advised that, outside of our official applicant tracking system, Brock Solutions will never solicit personal information upfront. We send formal offer documentation in writing first, and wait until your acceptance before asking for any additional personal information.

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