Plant Controls Engineer - Relocation to Dawson Creek, BC

Talent Compass; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative manufacturing client in Dawson Creek seeks a skilled Plant Controls Engineer to lead the design and development of automation and process control systems. This role involves creating tailored engineering solutions that meet customer needs while utilizing advanced control technologies. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in automation, a deep understanding of PLCs and HMI software, and the ability to integrate complex control systems. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive efficiency and innovation in manufacturing processes, making a significant impact on project success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automation and process control systems.
• Solid understanding of networking, PLCs, and HMI software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engineering solutions for project goals.
• Design automation systems integrating various control components.

Skills

Automation and process control systems

Networking equipment and software

PLC programming

HMI software (Wonderware Intouch, Active Factory)

AC & DC drives

Tools

PCs

PLC

Data acquisition systems

Job description

We are hiring Plant Controls Engineer for a manufacturing client in Dawson Creek, BC. You will perform detailed control system design and software development for moderately complex engineering assignments, which are standalone, or components of a larger project. This position applies specific knowledge of automated and process control systems to manufacturing processes with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement results oriented, value-added engineering solutions that achieve predetermined project goals and customer needs and/or requirements.
• Develop detailed design of automation and process control systems that integrate PCs, PLCs, AC or DC Drives, Position Controllers, single or multi-loop controllers
• Integrate statistical control components into system design including basic control charting, real time & historical trending, remote monitoring and data acquisition / control
• Develop, install and debug control system programming including PC operating, PC / PLC communications, PLC HMI and/or specialty component software
• Implement standard engineering and project management practices consistently throughout project and work assignments
• Maintain technical skills and knowledge by attending trade shows or clinics; investigate new equipment applications with consulting engineers & equipment venders, and specific course work
• Lead development and training efforts of field operation and maintenance personnel in the design features, process operation, interpretation of system information, and application of that information regarding control system functionality

Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ experience in automation and process control systems and techniques
• Solid understanding of networking equipment and software, routers and cabling, plant PLCs, medium and high voltage systems, and HMI software
• Detailed working knowledge of all HMI hardware and software in use including Wonderware Intouch and Active Factory
• Detailed working knowledge of AC & DC drives, coordinated drives systems, IT systems, PC hardware and software, servers, fiber optic cabling and network switches

We thank you for your interest in the role, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.