Senior Applications Engineer

Canada Job Bank; Surrey; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Powertech Labs Inc. in Surrey, BC, is seeking a Senior Applications Engineer – Hydrogen Infrastructure to lead site commissioning, startup, and performance verification of hydrogen fueling stations and equipment.

This permanent, full-time role demands strong problem-solving and field execution capabilities. You will troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues, perform diagnostics and root-cause analysis, support preventive maintenance, and produce commissioning reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation or equivalent.
• Registration or eligibility for P.Eng. with EGBC.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in industrial automation, commissioning, field service, or related roles.
• Experience supporting industrial systems through installation, commissioning, and operation.
• Customer-facing technical support experience.
• Strong familiarity with industrial automation systems and PLC/HMI platforms (Allen-Bradley preferred).
• Familiarity with CAD, electrical controls, sensors, transmitters, and process controls; knowledge of CSA C22.1, NFPA 70, NFPA 79, IEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support site commissioning, startup, and verification of hydrogen fueling stations and equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, controls, and process issues in the field.
• Perform diagnostics and root-cause analysis to improve reliability.
• Support preventive maintenance and propose operational improvements.
• Produce commissioning reports, field service docs, and corrective actions.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and support PLC and HMI systems for hydrogen infrastructure.
• Assist with instrumentation selection, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with controls engineers on software and hardware upgrades.
• Support hazardous-area instrumentation and electrical equipment per codes.

Skills

PLC & HMI expertise

Instrumentation & sensors

Electrical control systems

Process controls & P&ID

Troubleshooting

Field service experience

Communication skills

Travel availability

Safety-consciousness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering or equivalent

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) registration or eligibility

Tools

CAD

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI platforms

Instrumentation calibration

Documentation & drawings

Job description

Powertech Labs Inc is located at Surrey, B.C. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Senior Applications Engineer – Hydrogen Infrastructure. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant will be required to join and begin their duties as soon as possible. The position is offered as permanent, full-time employment.

Employer Name: Powertech Labs Inc
Position: Senior Applications Engineer – Hydrogen Infrastructure
No. of vacancies: 1
Annual Salary: $109,680- 138,720.00
Employment type: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Surrey, B.C.

Applications Engineering

• The candidate will be responsible for leading and supporting site commissioning, startup, and performance verification of hydrogen fueling stations and equipment.
• The candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting complex electrical, instrumentation, controls, and process-related issues in the field.
• The candidate will be responsible for performing system diagnostics and root cause analysis to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• The candidate will be responsible for supporting preventive maintenance activities and developing recommendations for operational improvements.
• The candidate will be responsible for producing commissioning reports, field service documentation, and corrective action recommendations.

Controls, Instrumentation & Automation Support

• The candidate will be responsible for configuring, troubleshooting, and supporting PLC and HMI systems for hydrogen infrastructure equipment.
• The candidate will be responsible for assisting with instrumentation selection, calibration verification, and troubleshooting activities.
• The candidate must work with controls engineers to implement software enhancements and hardware upgrades.
• The candidate will be responsible for supporting hazardous-area instrumentation and electrical equipment in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

Factory Testing & Product Development

• The candidate will be responsible for supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and system validation activities.
• The candidate will be responsible for providing field feedback to engineering teams to improve product performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• The candidate will be responsible for participating in product improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• The candidate will be responsible for assisting with hardware revisions and component substitutions based on market availability and operational lessons learned.
• The candidate will be responsible for supporting HAZOP studies, risk assessments, and safety reviews.

Customer Support & Training

• The candidate will be responsible for conducting customer training on system operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• The candidate will be responsible for providing detailed technical guidance to technicians, electricians, and service personnel.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or equivalent from a recognized university.
• The candidate must have registration, or eligibility for immediate registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• The candidate must have a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in industrial automation, commissioning, field service, applications engineering, or related engineering roles.
• The candidate must have experience supporting industrial systems throughout installation, commissioning, and operational phases.
• The candidate must have demonstrated customer-facing technical support experience.
• The candidate must have strong familiarity with industrial automation systems.
• The candidate must have strong familiarity with PLC and HMI platforms, with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell preferred.
• The candidate must have strong familiarity with instrumentation, sensors, transmitters, and control valves.
• The candidate must have strong familiarity with electrical control systems and motor control circuits.
• The candidate must have strong familiarity with process controls and P&ID interpretation.
• The candidate must have strong familiarity with industrial troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• The candidate must demonstrate strong familiarity with hazardous-area electrical installations.
• The candidate must have strong familiarity with CAD and technical documentation.
• The candidate must have strong familiarity with CSA C22.1, NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and applicable IEC standards.
• The candidate should have strong familiarity with hydrogen, compressed gas, or other industrial process systems (preferred).
• The candidate must have strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
• The candidate must have excellent customer service and relationship management abilities.
• The candidate must be able to work independently in field environments with limited supervision.
• The candidate must have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• The candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively under pressure.
• The candidate must have the willingness and ability to travel regularly to customer sites throughout North America.
• The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to safety and quality.

Security and safety

• The candidate will be required to successfully complete pre-employment alcohol and drug testing as a condition of employment for this safety-sensitive position.