Intermediate Industrial Process and Automation Control Specialist

Awcsolutions; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Bonus plan

Extended health

RRSP

Employee recognition

Team culture

Professional development

Job summary

AWC specializes in water and wastewater treatment and industrial packaged solutions, expanding its Controls/Automation Division. The Intermediate Industrial Process and Automation Control Specialist will design, implement, and optimize PLC/HMI/SCADA solutions, integrating industrial networks and instrumentation across projects.

The role requires hands-on experience, travel up to 25%, and collaboration with engineering and field teams to deliver turn-key control systems and robust documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience developing PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation platforms preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial networks and protocols.
• Education in automation instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation solutions from concept to commissioning.
• Review customer requirements and meet project objectives.
• Design, implement, optimize and troubleshoot multi‑loop process control systems.
• Develop SCADA/RTU applications with historian and reporting.
• Travel up to 25% of time; provide remote technical support and mentorship.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Industrial networking

Field instrumentation

PID control

Rockwell Automation

Siemens/Schneider platforms

Industrial cybersecurity

Education

Post-secondary education in Automation & Instrumentation

Tools

Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix/CompactLogix)

FactoryTalk View Studio

Siemens/Schneider automation platforms

CodeSys

EtherNet/IP/PROFINET/Modbus TCP/OPC UA

Job description

Intermediate Industrial Process and Automation Control Specialist

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 expands, we are seeking qualified persons in filling an intermediate position in our Controls / Automation Division. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a level of technical experience in industrial control systems, and hands‑on experience.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Participate in the development of industrial control systems from concept through commissioning, including PLCs, HMIs, networking, and field instrumentation.
• Review and interpret customer requirements and develop automation solutions to meet project objectives.
• Evaluating I&C documentation – Control Narrative, RATS List, Cause and Effect Diagram, Serial Interface Lists.
• Design, implement, optimize, and troubleshoot multiple-loop process control systems using PID and advanced control strategies.
• Develop and implement sequence-based control logic from Process Control Narratives, Cause & Effect Diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Develop software using AWC PLC and HMI standards, templates, and reusable software / function block libraries,
• PLC programming and calibration of field devices.
• Develops intuitive HMI display graphics and configurations.
• Develop intuitive SCADA / RTU applications including historian / trending and reporting.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial Ethernet networks including EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, and OPC UA.
• Supports internal Factory Acceptance Testing prior to equipment shipment to site.
• Supports field commissioning and operations of complete water and wastewater systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues associated with PLC, HMI, SCADA, instrumentation, and industrial communication systems during commissioning and plant operations.
• Prepare and maintain automation documentation including software design, test records, commissioning notes, and redline markups.
• Field support will require the successful candidate to be willing to travel (less than 25% of their time)
• Communicates with internal/external key stakeholders (e.g., engineering, fabrication, CAD, consultants, suppliers) to identify and resolve issues pro-actively.
• Delivers exceptional service to clients and on-site partners (e.g., General Contractors, end users)
• Provide remote technical support for clients and site operators.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff.
• Awareness of industrial cybersecurity best practices when designing and implementing control systems.

Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of experience
• Experience in water/wastewater treatment plants, as well as a variety of other turnkey industrial process packages will be an asset.
• Post-secondary education in Automation & Instrumentation
• Demonstrate experience in developing PLC, HMI, and SCADA applications and supporting industrial control systems through commissioning.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation platforms, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and FactoryTalk View Studio, is preferred.
• Experience with Siemens, CodeSys and/or Schneider automation platforms would be considered an asset.
• Experience and/or knowledge with SCADA, various VFDs, industrial communications networks
• Experience with industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, and OPC UA.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and pride in delivering high quality results.
• Excellent communication (verbal & written), interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, including attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision‑making skills
• Interest in continuous learning

Benefits & Perks

Industry-Leading Compensation AWC offers competitive, industry-leading compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance. Each role includes a base salary, bonus plan, extended health benefits, and participation in our Group RRSP program.

Employee Recognition & Team Culture We believe great work deserves to be celebrated. AWC has a strong employee recognition program that regularly acknowledges individual and team achievements. We also foster a welcoming, social workplace with regular team events and opportunities to connect and have fun together.

Workplace Amenities Our staff rooms are fully stocked with complimentary snacks and refreshments, helping keep energy levels high throughout the day.

Professional & Personal Development AWC is deeply committed to lifelong learning and growth. We actively support employees in reaching their full potential through professional development opportunities, support for further education, and subsidies for fitness and wellness programs.

We sincerely thank all applicants for theirinterest, however, only those selected will be contacted.