Project Specialist

Centrix Control Solutions; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Centrix Control Solutions is seeking a Project Specialist to support customer needs through technical solutions and project management. The ideal candidate will have an engineering background, 2-3 years of relevant experience, and excellent problem-solving skills. This role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to thrive in a collaborative environment focused on innovation.

Benefits

Market Competitive Compensation

Employee Incentive (Bonus) Plan

Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits

Retirement Savings Program

Learning and Development

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a technical, project coordination, or inside sales role in the industrial/manufacturing sector.
• Registered or eligible to register as Engineer-In-Training (EIT) through APEGA.
• Proven ability to analyze technical data and interpret process information.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer-supplied process data to determine product suitability.
• Prepare cost estimates and quotes for custom technical offerings.
• Collaborate with account managers and inside sales to develop customer-focused solutions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Engineering Technologist diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

As a Project Specialist at Centrix Control Solutions, you will play a key role in supporting our customers and internal teams by providing technically sound solutions, managing sales orders, and ensuring smooth project execution. This role combines technical analysis, customer interaction, and operational coordination, making it ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, thrives under pressure, and is passionate about delivering exceptional service in an industrial setting.

Here's a Snapshot of How You'll Contribute to Our Team

• Analyze customer-supplied process data to determine product suitability and ensure technical alignment
• Troubleshoot existing product offerings to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Liaise with factory engineering and customer service teams to develop technical proposals tailored to client needs.
• Prepare cost estimates and quotes for custom technical offerings.
• Collaborate with account managers and inside sales to develop strategic, customer-focused solutions.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and strong problem-solving skills.

Who We’re Looking For

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering or an Engineering Technologist diploma
• Registered or able to be registered as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) through APEGA Experience in an Industrial environment through employment or cooperative programs with post-secondary institutions is an advantage
• 2-3 years of experience in a technical, project coordination, or inside sales role within the industrial, manufacturing, or controls industry (valves, instrumentation, or automation experience is a strong asset).
• Proven ability to analyze technical data and interpret process information to make informed decisions.
• Experience preparing technical quotations, proposals, and costing in collaboration with engineering and sales teams.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems for order entry, tracking, and management.
• Organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and think critically under minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with internal teams, vendors, and customers in a professional and courteous manner.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Commitment to upholding all company safety policies and procedures.

Why Choose CENTRIX?

This is a place where you will be empowered to do your best work.

We know that our people make the difference and we recognize and reward that. From health and wellness benefits to employee recognition programs, discounts, and perks, we’ve got our employees covered.

• Market Competitive Compensation: We reward high-performance, team work, collaboration, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Employee Incentive (Bonus) Plan: Our success is built on your success. We recognize employees for outstanding performance and the unique value they bring beyond the day-to-day, through our annual bonus program*.
• Retirement Savings Program: CENTRIX will match your contribution dollar-for-dollar to a maximum percentage that is based on your length of service with the company.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits: Choose from flexible healthcare coverage designed to support all ages and stages of life.
• Employee Referral Program: Help us continue to grow our team. If your referral proves to be a successful hire, you receive a bonus.
• Learning and Development: Reach your full potential and career aspirations with training and development opportunities.
• Employee Discount Programs: Take advantage of discount programs offered by our corporate partners for items such as computers, mobile phone services, and more.
• Other perks include: Generous vacation/paid time-off allowance, career advancement opportunities, flexible work arrangements, paid time-off to volunteer, work boot reimbursement*, education assistance, stability of a three-generation Canadian-owned family business, family work atmosphere

*For eligible employees.

Ready to build your career and realize your full potential? Apply now and join the flow!

CENTRIX. Real People. Real Service. Real Solutions

CENTRIX is a trusted independent Canadian control solutions partner who offers an agile, expert team of technical problem solvers, providing reliable access to innovative products and services for industry and communities across Western Canada.

We provide measurement and control equipment to the oil, gas, industrial, and municipal market sectors in Western Canada. We also provide custom metering solutions and repair and service of various products, including meters and valves. Learn more about CENTRIX Control Solutions.

Working at CENTRIX Means Being Part of a Greater Organization

CENTRIX is proud to be part of the Deschênes Group, a family-owned business based out of Montreal, Quebec, consisting of 16 business units and growing. The Deschênes Group is consistently ranked among Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a true testament to the company’s commitment to investing in its people and in delivering the best experience to our customers and partners. Learn more about the Deschênes Group.

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