Engineer - Automation & Digitalization

Andritz AG; Richmond; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement matching

Hybrid work model

Professional development support

Competitive benefits

Job summary

ANDRITZ AG in Richmond, BC is seeking an Intermediate Electrical & Controls Engineer to design, develop, and deliver electrical and automation solutions that enhance productivity and sustainability for North American clients. The role requires at least 3 years' relevant experience, registration or eligibility with EGBC as an EIT or P.Eng, strong English communication, and the ability to travel 5–20%.

This position offers a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and opportunities to work on

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience.
• Registered or eligible for immediate registration with EGBC as an EIT or P.Eng.
• Resourceful, self‑managed, and goal driven but still able to work effectively in a team
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills (English)
• Practical knowledge of North American standards
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Ability and willingness to travel to domestic and international sites (typically 5–20%)

Responsibilities

• Participate in audits of industrial facilities and develop preliminary engineering designs, equipment evaluations, and cost estimates with moderate independence.
• Design MV and LV electrical power systems, including room layouts, equipment specifications, grounding, and cable/raceway sizing with minimal supervision.
• Perform protection and control system design, create settings files, and coordinate with utilities and clients as required.
• Develop electrical control and instrumentation systems, producing P&IDs, control system architecture diagrams, and instrumentation specifications.
• Design and program DCS and PLC/HMI applications, including logic development, graphics configuration, and system integration.
• Participate in system checkout and commissioning activities, performing troubleshooting and verifying system functionality on‑site.
• Prepare complete tender and construction packages, including drawings, installation specifications, and supporting documentation, and participate in bid evaluations or contractor RFIs.

Skills

3+ years' relevant experience

EGBC EIT or P.Eng eligibility

Strong English communication

Education

EGBC EIT or P.Eng eligibility

Job description

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Job title: Engineer - Automation & Digitalization

Job family: Engineering

Business area: Environment & Energy

Contract location: Richmond, British Columbia, CA

Location type: Location Flexible

Contract type: Permanent

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

Our Automation & Digitalization team is currently seeking anIntermediate Electrical & Controls Engineerto join our Richmond, BC, office. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering innovative electrical and control engineering solutions that drive productivity, reliability, and sustainability improvements for industrial customers across North America. This position is well‑suited for an engineer with solid technical experience who can work independently on complex tasks while contributing to project planning and client coordination.

What You Will be Doing

Here’s an overview of your responsibilities and how you can leverage your expertise:

• Participate in audits of industrial facilities and develop preliminary engineering designs, equipment evaluations, and cost estimates with moderate independence.
• Design MV and LV electrical power systems, including room layouts, equipment specifications, grounding, and cable/raceway sizing with minimal supervision.
• Perform protection and control system design, create settings files, and coordinate with utilities and clients as required.
• Develop electrical control and instrumentation systems, producing P&IDs, control system architecture diagrams, and instrumentation specifications.
• Design and program DCS and PLC/HMI applications, including logic development, graphics configuration, and system integration.
• Participate in system checkout and commissioning activities, performing troubleshooting and verifying system functionality on‑site.
• Prepare complete tender and construction packages, including drawings, installation specifications, and supporting documentation, and participate in bid evaluations or contractor RFIs.

What We Have to Offer

In exchange for your commitment, we offer the following:

• A dynamic and innovative work environment where your expertise and ideas are valued.
• Financial support for professional development and certifications.
• Compensation that increases with capability and expertise and a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement matching.
• Paid maternity and parental leave program to support employees during this significant and exciting life event.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off policies that includes vacation, paid holidays, and sick days.
• A positive and collaborative culture that focuses on our core values and behaviors.
• Regular company events and social activities to foster camaraderie.
• Hybrid work model for most professional positions.

What We’re Looking For

When selecting candidates, we will be looking for the following essential skills, abilities, and experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience.
• Registered or eligible for immediate registration with EGBC as an EIT or P.Eng.
• Resourceful, self‑managed, and goal driven but still able to work effectively in a team
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills (English)
• Practical knowledge of North American standards
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Ability and willingness to travel to domestic and international sites (typically 5-20%)

Other valued, but non‑essential skills, abilities, and experience include:

• Experience in mining and/or chemical industries
• Site audit, commissioning, construction, and start‑up experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.