OT / Automation Specialist

CDN Controls ULC; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship from industry professionals

RRSP matching program

Generous vacation and flex days

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

CDN Controls ULC seeks an experienced OT / Automation Specialist to join its Automation team. The role focuses on OT networking, cybersecurity, SCADA/PLC systems, and cross-facility automation projects across oil and gas infrastructure.

Expect involvement in network upgrades, cybersecurity remediation, and system integration. The candidate will design and troubleshoot industrial Ethernet networks, configure firewalls and secure remote access, and support commissioning alongside documentation and

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma in Automation/Robotics or related field.
• 7+ years hands-on automation experience in Oil & Gas.
• Valid safety tickets under Health and Safety program.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and troubleshoot OT Ethernet networks.
• Configure and maintain industrial firewalls; implement security principles.
• Support PLC/RTU/SCADA systems and troubleshoot field-host host communications.
• Develop and maintain network architecture drawings, firewall rule sets, and OT cybersecurity docs.
• Participate in FAT, SAT, and startup activities.

Skills

OT Networking

Industrial Cybersecurity

Automation & Controls

SCADA systems

Education

University degree or college diploma in Automation/Robotics or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs / RSLogix

Networking hardware (switches/routers)

ISA/IEC 62443

Job description

CDN is a recognized industry leader in the energy services sector. CDN is a full-service provider with expertise in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance, renewables/solar, major projects, combustion & emissions reduction, and measurement.

We are seeking an experienced OT / Automation Specialist to join our growing Automation team. This position is ideal for a technically strong individual with a background in oilfield automation, industrial networking, firewall configuration, cybersecurity, SCADA systems, and PLC-based control systems.

The successful candidate will work on a variety of industrial automation and Operational Technology (OT) projects, including network infrastructure upgrades, OT cybersecurity remediation, SCADA modernization, industrial communications systems, and control system integration projects across oil and gas facilities, compressor stations, gas plants, terminals, pipelines, and water treatment facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operational Technology (OT) Networking

  • Design, configure, and troubleshoot industrial Ethernet networks.
  • Install and support managed industrial switches and routers.
  • Configure VLANs, routing, redundancy protocols, and network segmentation.
  • Support fiber optic and wireless communication systems.
  • Conduct network assessments and performance optimization.

• Industrial Cybersecurity

  • Configure and maintain industrial firewalls.
  • Implement ISA/IEC 62443 security principles and best practices.
  • Develop secure remote access solutions.
  • Perform OT cybersecurity audits and remediation activities.
  • Assist with OT network segmentation and zone/conduit implementations.
  • Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation and standards.

• Automation & Control Systems

  • Support PLC, RTU, and SCADA systems.
  • Troubleshoot communications between field equipment and host systems.
  • Configure industrial communication protocols including:
    • Modbus RTU/TCP
    • DNP3
    • EtherNet/IP
    • OPC
    • MQTT
  • Assist with commissioning and startup of automation systems.
  • Support integration of instrumentation and field devices.

• Documentation & Engineering Support

  • Develop and maintain:
    • Network architecture drawings
    • Firewall rule sets
    • Control narratives
    • OT asset inventories
    • Cybersecurity documentation
    • Commissioning and test procedures
  • Participate in FAT, SAT, and startup activities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• University degree, college diploma, formal certification in Automation and Robotics or related field and typically 7 or more years of hands-on automation experience in the Oil & Gas industry; or combination of formal education and experience.
• Must hold all valid safety tickets required under the Health and Safety program.
• Optional certificates: Electrical/Electronic or Instrument Certification.
• Experience with control and automation system design of oil and gas facilities.
• Experience with control and automation systems with high level of experience with Allen Bradley PLC systems, RS Logix and numerous software’s.
• Experience with and knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Safety Integrity Level (SIL) applications.
• Possess the ability to execute control system integration on multiple complex projects with a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Understand complex controls systems and be able to identify potential areas of improvement.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, with experience in Microsoft Projects.
• Valid class 5 with a clean Drivers Abstract.
• Current safety tickets required: H2S, First Aid Level C CPR & AED, CSO.
• Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Training
• Cisco CCNA or CCNP
• Fortinet NSE Certification
• CISSP, GICSP, or Security+ Certification
• Rockwell Automation Certifications
• Experience with OT Cybersecurity remediation projects
• Experience with cloud-connected SCADA architectures

Our employment benefits include:

• Belonging to a strong, motivating team.
• On-the-job training and a commitment to mentorship from invested, industry-leading professionals.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and RRSP-matching program.
• Generous vacation and flex days.
• Opportunities for advancement.

At CDN, our employees are united by our four core values:

• Character.
• Connection.
• Drive.
• Growth.

While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.

CDN is an equal opportunity employer and aims to be an employer of choice dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a safe and respectful environment where everyone can succeed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected factors.