Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Tenova S.p.A.

Mississauga

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Tenova S.p.A. seeks an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to design, review, and implement electrical, instrumentation and automation systems in a manufacturing environment.

You'll develop specs, analyze supplier deliverables, and generate documentation to ensure quality and compliance. The role requires hands-on experience with PLCs, HMI/SCADA, instrumentation and motor control, plus strong troubleshooting abilities and international travel readiness.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechatronics or automation engineering.
5+ years' experience in industrial electrical, instrumentation and automation.
Experience in manufacturing or process industries; travel internationally is required.

Responsibilities

Design, review, and implement electrical, instrumentation and automation systems.
Develop specifications, review supplier deliverables, and create engineering docs.
Support commissioning, FAT/SAT, and system upgrades.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Documentation

Communication

Supplier management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related

P.Eng. asset

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Siemens S7-1200/1500, TIA Portal

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix

Industrial Ethernet, Modbus TCP/IP, Profinet, Ethernet/IP

ISA/IEC standards

Job description

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Title: Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Location:

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Canada, L5R 3K6

Professional Area: ELECTRICAL & AUTOMATION

Contract Duration: PERMANENT

About Tenova

Tenova, a Techint Group company, is a worldwide partner for sustainable, innovative and reliable solutions in the metals and also through the well-known TAKRAF and DELKOR brands in the mining industries. Tenova leverages a workforce of over 2,500 forward-thinking professionals located in 18 countries across 5 continents, who design technologies and develop services that help companies reduce costs, save energy, limit environmental impact and improve working conditions.

Your role in Tenova: Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Description:

The Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer is responsible for the design, review, implementation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems. The role supports projects from concept through commissioning by developing specifications, reviewing supplier deliverables, generating engineering documentation, supporting procurement activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and quality requirements.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, HMI/SCADA platforms, motor control systems, instrumentation, electrical panels, and process automation within manufacturing or process industries.

About Us

TGI is part of a global organization that supplies advanced technologies, products, and services to the metal and mining industries. As a world leader in providing advanced process control technologies, TGI focuses on improving energy efficiency in combustion intensive processes by using its proprietary extractive & optical sensor technology developed in co-operation with its strategic partners.

Responsibilities:

Electrical Engineering:

Create, modify, and maintain electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical
Review and define electrical requirements for projects and plant modifications.
Develop basic electrical specifications for equipment suppliers and contractors.
Generate and maintain:
- Motor Lists
- Instrument Lists
- I/O Lists
- Cable Schedules
- Equipment Datasheets
Review electrical single-line diagrams, control schematics, panel layouts, and wiring drawings.
Perform electrical design reviews and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Support power distribution, motor control, VFD, MCC, and control panel design activities.

Instrumentation & Controls:

Develop and maintain Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
Specify and select instrumentation including:
- Flow meters
- Pressure transmitters
- Temperature instruments
- Level instruments
- Control valves
Review instrumentation installation drawings and loop diagrams.
Develop and maintain instrumentation databases and documentation.
Support calibration, commissioning, and validation activities.

Automation & PLC Systems:

Develop, test, troubleshoot, and modify PLC programs.
Configure and test PLC hardware and I/O systems.
Create and maintain PLC documentation.
Conduct FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing).
Troubleshoot automation and process control issues.
Support system upgrades and modernization projects.

HMI / SCADA Development:

Configure, test, and troubleshoot HMI and SCADA systems.
Modify and improve HMI screens, alarms, trends, and operator interfaces.
Support commissioning and optimization of automation systems.
Maintain system backups and version control documentation.

Supplier & Project Support:

Prepare technical specifications and scope documents for suppliers.
Review supplier quotations and technical submissions.
Review vendor drawings, datasheets, and documentation.
Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
Support project execution from design through commissioning.

Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC):

Review electrical and instrumentation installations for compliance with project requirements.
Conduct inspections and verify workmanship standards.
Support commissioning and startup activities.
Ensure all project documentation is accurate, complete, and properly maintained.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance Support:

Troubleshoot electrical panels, instrumentation, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and control systems.
Provide root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations.
Support maintenance teams during equipment failures and plant shutdowns.
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability and performance.

Position Specific Abilities:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related discipline.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is considered an asset.
5+ years of experience in industrial electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems.
Experience in manufacturing, process industries, water/wastewater, food & beverage, mining, or chemical processing environments preferred.
Experience managing projects from design through commissioning is an asset.
Siemens PLC platforms (S7-1200, S7-1500, TIA Portal)
Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix
Industrial Ethernet communications
Modbus TCP/IP
Profinet
Ethernet/IP
ISA and IEC standards
Machine safety and functional safety systems
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Excellent technical documentation skills
Ability to review and interpret engineering drawings
Strong communication and supplier management skills
Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams
Hands-on commissioning and startup experience
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Ability and willingness to travel internationally -Since international travel is a requirement, you must have a valid passport, and be eligible to gain unlimited entry into foreign countries and continents, including USA, South America, Asia, and Europe.