Intermediate Industrial Process and Automation Control Specialist

AWC Solutions; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AWC Solutions is seeking a qualified candidate for an intermediate position in their Controls / Automation Division. The role involves developing control systems, programming PLCs, and providing exceptional service to clients. Ideal candidates will have experience in automation, strong communication skills, and a commitment to quality results. Competitive compensation packages and support for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Performance-based bonuses

Extended health benefits

Group RRSP

Subsidies for fitness passes

Support for further studies

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in automation and instrumentation.
• Experience in water/wastewater treatment plants is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop control system design from concept to field instrumentation.
• Program PLCs and calibrate field devices.
• Create intuitive HMI display graphics.

Skills

Automation

Instrumentation

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Automation & Instrumentation

Tools

PLC Programming

FactoryTalk View Studio

Job description

AWC Controls / Automation Division Job Description

AWC specializes in providing integrated water, wastewater treatment plants, and many other specialized industrial packaged solutions. We offer clients advanced in-house engineering & design with 3D modeling, piloting, fabrication, and machining, in-house control panel shop, and a full range of field services, allowing us to provide turn-key solutions.

As our company and backlog expand, we are seeking qualified candidates to fill an intermediate position in our Controls / Automation Division. The successful candidate will demonstrate technical experience in industrial control systems and hands-on experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develop control system design from initial concept to field instrumentation.
2. Procure customer requirements and specifications.
3. Evaluate control strategies and their suitability for industrial processes with P&ID diagrams.
4. Review I&C documentation such as Control Narrative, RATS List, Cause and Effect Diagrams, Serial Interface Lists.
5. Design and implement multi-loop control systems.
6. Program PLCs and calibrate field devices.
7. Create intuitive HMI display graphics and configurations.
8. Develop SCADA / RTU applications, including historian/trending and reporting features.
9. Configure and troubleshoot industrial network components.
10. Support Factory Acceptance Testing before equipment shipment.
11. Assist in field commissioning and operation of water and wastewater systems.
12. Willingness to travel for field support (less than 20% of time).
13. Communicate proactively with internal and external stakeholders (engineering, fabrication, CAD, consultants, suppliers).
14. Provide exceptional service to clients and on-site partners (General Contractors, end users).
15. Offer remote technical support to clients and site operators.
16. Mentor junior staff members.

Qualifications:

• Several years of experience in automation and instrumentation.
• Experience in water/wastewater treatment plants and industrial process packages is an asset.
• Post-secondary education in Automation & Instrumentation.
• Proven experience in PLC programming and field service support.
• Experience with PLCs, preferably Rockwell ControlLogix and CompactLogix.
• Knowledge of HMIs, preferably FactoryTalk View Studio.
• Understanding of SCADA systems, VFDs, and industrial communication networks.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, committed to high-quality results.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written), interpersonal skills, and customer service orientation.
• Strong planning, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Interest in continuous learning and professional growth.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation packages including base salary, performance-based bonuses, extended health benefits, and Group RRSP.

Support for professional and personal development, including subsidies for fitness passes and further studies.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected will be contacted.