Electrical & Instrumentation Specialist

J.D. Irving, Limited; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in New Brunswick is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Specialist to join their South Bay Chip Plant team. The successful candidate will manage projects related to electrical and instrumentation systems, ensuring adherence to company standards and regulations. Qualifications include an Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent, and experience in project management within the electrical field. Exceptional communication and teamwork skills are essential for ensuring project success.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering Degree preferred.
• Industrial experience in a similar industry is an asset.
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute electrical, instrumentation and automation projects.
• Develop concepts for capital improvements outlining scope, benefits, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Provide trouble-shooting assistance and technical expertise.

Skills

Electrical system design

Instrumentation and automation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Industrial Electrical Journeyman License

Industrial Controls Technology Diploma

Job description

The J.D. Irving Sawmills Division is currently seeking a motivated individual to join our South Bay Chip Plant team in Saint John, NB as an Electrical & Instrumentation Specialist

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering Degree preferred. Instrumentation Journeyman License, Industrial Electrical Journeyman License, or an Industrial Controls Technology Diploma would also be considered.
• Industrial experience in a similar industry is considered an asset
• Ability to successfully execute within a team environment
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
• Demonstrate ownership, initiative, attention-to-detail, and a drive to ensure things are done right the first time
• Experience with electrical system design, instrumentation and automation (including power transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, instrumentation, PLCs, and DCS)

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute electrical, instrumentation and automation projects of varying magnitude, interface with other disciplines and external stakeholders across multiple locations
• Recommends E&I process/equipment improvements to support strategic initiatives
• Develop concepts for capital improvements outlining scope, benefits, cost estimates and schedules
• Provide commissioning and start-up support
• Provide trouble‑shooting assistance and technical expertise as required
• Work with engineering consultants and contractors ensuring project design and execution is in accordance with company standards and applicable codes and regulations
• Oversee the design, specification, and installation of all electrical equipment; including transformers, switch gear, MCC’s, motors and controls.
• Be the subject matter expert for power distribution lockout.
• Oversees the electrical infrastructure of the plant and provides input to the maintenance team to maintain the electrical equipment.
• Assisting with the continuous improvement of existing and new processing equipment.
• Working with the maintenance and operations teams to determine the specifications for new equipment and plant upgrades
• Oversee the design, specification, and installation of mechanical equipment; including conveyors, pumps, and processing systems
• Coordinating, scheduling and supervising the installation of new equipment with internal and external support
• Providing field support during project construction and commissioning activities.
• Complete scheduled safety documentation to meet KPI
• Manage electrical inspections internal and external
• Available on‑call for subject matter support