Process Control Electrician

Lynn Rodens; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrician to configure and develop industrial computer network systems for HMI and PLC systems. This role involves optimizing process control systems, performing programming, and supporting operations during various plant activities. The ideal candidate will have a solid track record in troubleshooting and project management, along with experience in working with Allen Bradley products and PLC platforms. Join a dynamic team and contribute to enhancing operational efficiency while staying current with the latest technologies in the field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industrial experience as a certified electrician.
• Familiarity with PLC 5 and Control Logix platforms.

Responsibilities

• Configure and develop industrial computer network systems for HMI and PLC.
• Support operations and maintenance during normal and abnormal plant operations.

Skills

HMI Programming

PLC Programming

VFD Programming

Troubleshooting Skills

Project Management

Education

Certified Electrician

Tools

Allen Bradley Products

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

• Configure and develop industrial computer network systems for HMI and PLC systems.
• Optimize the facilities’ process control systems as well as improve reliability of the process systems.
• Perform HMI, VFD and PLC programming.
• Support operations & maintenance teams during normal & abnormal plant operations.
• Maintain process control equipment and/or process control related software.
• Coordinate with Remote Ops Center personnel as needed.
• Monitor and ensure accuracy of Asset Center Logbook entries
• Laison between corporate control / automation group and the mill
• Assess process improvements and the impacts to the mill
• Stay up to date on latest technology and how it applies to mill operations
• Maintain required support agreements with various vendors
• Participate in other mill initiatives regarding improvements throughout the facility such as energy management, data gathering, report generation etc.
  
  

Requirements

• Certified Electrician with Industrial Experience (minimum 3 years)
• Familiar with Allen Bradley products, VFD Drives, Soft Starters, and HMI’s
• Experience with PLC 5 and Control Logix PLC platforms
• Experience with communication network protocols; ethernet, DeviceNet, ControlNet
• Proficient in computer and Microsoft Office software packages
• Ability to manage projects and “day to day” work planning
• Experience following electrical schematics
• Solid track record of relentless troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated safe work performance
• Supervisory skills or ability to move into leadership role