Intermediate Industrial Process and Automation Control Specialist

AWC Solutions; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Metro Vancouver is seeking a qualified Controls/Automation Engineer. Responsibilities include developing control system designs, PLC programming, and providing field support for water and wastewater systems. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience, preferably in industrial automation with strong communication skills. Competitive compensation and support for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme based on KPIs

Extended health group benefits

Group RRSP / 401K program

Subsidies for fitness passes

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in relevant field.
• Experience in water/wastewater treatment plants preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop control system designs and field instrumentation.
• Conduct PLC programming and calibration of field devices.
• Assist in Factory Acceptance Testing prior to equipment shipment.

Skills

PLC programming

Field service support

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education in Automation & Instrumentation

Tools

Rockwell ControlLogix

FactoryTalk View Studio

SCADA systems

Job description

AWC specializes in providing integrated water and 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 expands, we are seeking qualified persons to fill the 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:

• Part of the team that develops the control system design, from the control system design to field instrumentation.
• Total procurement of customer user requirement specifications.
• Evaluating control strategies and suitability to common industrial processes with P&ID.
• Evaluating I&C documentation – Control Narrative, RATS List, Cause and Effect Diagram, Serial Interface Lists.
• Designing and implementing multiple‑loop control systems.
• PLC programming and calibration of field devices.
• Developing intuitive HMI display graphics and configurations.
• Developing intuitive SCADA/RTU applications including historian/rendering and reporting.
• Configuring and troubleshooting industrial network components.
• Supports internal Factory Acceptance Testing prior to equipment shipment to site.
• Supports field commissioning and operations of complete water and wastewater systems.
• 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 proactively.
• Delivers exceptional service to clients and on‑site partners (e.g., General Contractors, end users).
• Provides remote technical support for clients and site operators.
• Provides mentorship to junior staff.

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.
• Needs to demonstrate experience in PLC programming and field service support.
• Experience with a variety of PLCs, preferably with Rockwell ControlLogix and CompactLogix.
• Experience and/or working knowledge with HMIs, preferably FactoryTalk View Studio.
• Experience and/or knowledge with SCADA, various VFDs, industrial communications networks.
• 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:

Industry Leading Compensation Packages: AWC has developed a competitive compensation package for each position that rewards employees for hard work and results. The package will include a base salary, a bonus scheme based on agreed to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), extended health group benefits and a Group RRSP / 401K program.

Professional and Personal Development: AWC is a strong believer in lifelong personal and professional growth and development; and as such, will support all team members who want to reach their full potential. AWC also provides subsidies for various fitness passes and is open to supporting further studies.

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