Industrial Controls Technician

ESCO Group LLC; Port Hope; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Port Hope is looking for an Industrial Controls Technician to support production through troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years in a heavy manufacturing environment and experience with Allen Bradley systems. This role involves calibration of instrumentation devices and development of control systems logic. Competitive salary ranges from CAD $75,000 to $87,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Allen Bradley is required; experience with Emerson is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, commission, configure, install, and troubleshoot all instrumentation devices.
• Inspect malfunctioning equipment to identify root cause and report findings.
• Develop and design control systems logic.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation calibration

Equipment maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Control systems design

Education

5+ years in heavy manufacturing

Experience with Allen Bradley

Experience with Emerson

Job description

Overview

Industrial Controls Technician – Weir ESCO, Port Hope, ON (onsite).

Purpose of Role: The Industrial Controls Technician will provide support to production by troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining production equipment according to all safety legislation and safety rules. The Industrial Controls Technician will be expected to diagnose equipment malfunction, determine root cause and initiate immediate and long-term corrective actions.

Why choose Weir

Weir ESCO is a respected, award‑winning industry leader focused on creatively solving our customer’s complex problems. Weir joined the Scotland‑based Weir Group in 2018 and is part of the global Weir Group family. We enable the sustainable and efficient delivery of the natural resources essential to create a better future. We strongly believe inclusion, diversity and equity drive innovation and make us a stronger team. We invest in our employees with ongoing learning and development and professional growth opportunities.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. There is no set path that our people must take; everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor‑make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We focus on people and their wellbeing, and we strive to be fair, honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Calibrate, commission, configure, install, and troubleshoot all pneumatic, electronic, electrical, mechanical, and analytical instrumentation devices.
• Calibrate and repair analytical instruments that monitor or control variables such as flow, level, temperature, pressure, acidity, conductivity, and humidity.
• Inspect malfunctioning or damaged equipment to identify the root cause of issues and report findings to Maintenance.
• Develop and design control systems logic.

Job Knowledge, Education and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Allen Bradley is required; experience with Emerson is considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for candidates who can demonstrate the ability to meet the objectives outlined above.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Weir’s technology helps customers produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 countries, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives. For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Compensation: CAD $75,000 to $87,000 per year.

This Job Posting is for an Existing Position.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.