Controls SCADA Designer

Eclipse Automation; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 50,971 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP

Health & dental & vision

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Personal days

Sick days

Job summary

Eclipse Automation in Cambridge, Ontario, is seeking a Controls SCADA Designer to contribute to data systems architecture and server-based automation projects.

You will design, test, and integrate hardware/software, travel to customer sites, and deliver documentation and training. A post-secondary engineering degree and 7+ years in data systems and SCADA are required. We offer RRSP, health/dental, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in data systems, ERP, MES and SCADA within automation.
• Experience with Ignition and Aveva integration.
• Proficient with SQL and Web Design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop PC-based software according to project requirements.
• Debug and commission systems at our facility and at customer sites.
• Travel to customer and supplier sites as needed.
• Develop requirements specifications, acceptance tests and design documents.
• Maintain change control and configuration management.
• Provide accurate documentation for each project and train users.
• Support data harvesting, visualization, processing, and storage tasks.

Skills

Data systems

ERP

MES

SCADA

Security

Server systems

Cloud-based systems

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Ignition

Aveva

SQL

Visual Studio

Web Design

Job description

Job Title: Controls SCADA Designer

Location: Cambridge, ON | On-site

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $37.00 - $50.00

Benefits: RRSP, health/dental/vision package, reimbursement for tuition and professional dues, paid vacation, personal days, and sick days.

The Position

The Controls SCADA Designer will contribute to data systems architecture development, integration of Server based systems to support Automation Projects, be involved with continuous improvement of Specification templates and processes, system setup documentation, user and training manuals. The incumbent will also work on programming and integration assignments utilizing PC based Server Systems and data related applications while delivering the Eclipse Vision and the Eclipse Entrepreneurial Culture.

What You'll Do Here:

• Design and develop/configure software programs (PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard Eclipse programming methods
• Debug and commission systems at our facility during the system integration stage and then again at the customer sited during installation
• Travel as required to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning and training duties
• Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as Servers, Hypervisor, VPN devices, Ethernet managed switches, Virtual Machines, customer data system interfaces, security interfaces to cloud systems and edge systems
• Develop requirements specifications, acceptance test plans and design documents
• Must have a good understanding of change control and configuration management
• Thoroughly test functionality of interactions between controls and SCADA systems
• Provide accurate documentation for each project
• Advise customers on solving technical problems
• Support Applications dept. in pre-quote and pre-automation activities
• Design, implement, test and deliver automation solutions with a focus on:
  • Computer Software applications
  • Data harvest, processing, visualization, streaming and storage
  • SQL (schemas, stored procedures, etc.)
  • Big Data, machine learning interfacing
  • IIoT, PC based HMI/SCADA
  • Support PLC controls resources

Project Execution:

• Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work within a team environment and actively participate in group meetings
• Complete other duties and projects as assigned
• Position requires willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel as required in varying timelines
• Ensure scheduled milestones are met
• Notify the appropriate departments if milestones are not projected to be met by expected due dates
• Adhere to the Eclipse Project Operating Policy
• Maintain good corporate citizen role in support of the Eclipse Corporate Vision
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Eclipse Automation Inc. Conduct Code
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures
• Foster the development of a culture reflective of the core values of the business

Travel:

• Expectation of travel to vendor/supplier locations is less than 30% of time, however, may be exceeded in exceptional circumstances to meet project needs

What We're Looking For:

Education

• A post-secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent, specializing in computer science, electrical, systems or computer engineering.

Experience & Skills:

• 7+ years of experience in data systems, ERP, MES, SCADA, security, server systems, cloud-based systems, and Web Design in the automation industry
• Experience withIgnition, Aveva, and integration withMES/ERPsystems
• Experience in PLC and HMI/SCADA programming (Ignition & Aveva preferred).
• Must have experience with Microsoft Visual Studio, SQL, and Web Design
• Knowledge of network architecture and configuration.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Eclipse Automation is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive work environment. It is our policy to recruit and select applicants solely on the basis of their qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law.

At Eclipse Automation, we believe in the power of human connection. We do not use AI in our hiring process; every application is personally reviewed by a member of our team to ensure each candidate receives careful consideration.

This publicly advertised job posting is for an existing vacancy. We are seeking a qualified candidate to join our team and assume the responsibilities of this role.

Eclipse Automation encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Those in need of accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process should notify [e-mail]. Any information received that relates to accommodation needs of a candidate will be addressed in a confidential manner.