Senior Automation Professional

Englobe Corp.; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real flexibility

Growth opportunities

Telehealth

Flexible hours

Hybrid work

Group insurance & RRSP

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Englobe is recruiting a Senior Automation Professional for its Saskatoon Office. The role focuses on PLC and SCADA programming, commissioning and networking configurations, with opportunities to contribute to automation planning, design, troubleshooting, and maintenance across Saskatchewan and Western Canada.

You will lead automation projects, coordinate with contractors, and serve as the main client contact while travelling as needed to support maintenance and commissioning tasks.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in a related field from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Licensed or eligible for licensing/certification with APEGS/TPS.
• 10+ years of experience including project management, programming, and control system design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Background in electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Experience with automation software and hardware such as: Allen Bradley, Schneider, Siemens, Emerson, Horner, Automation Direct PLCs; VTScada, iFIX, Ignition, FactoryTalk, AVEVA SCADA; Red Lion, Maple, Allen Bradley, Automation Direct HMIs; cellular and spread spectrum radio comms; control system networking, VPN, Routers, Switches, OT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Program and test PLCs, HMIs and SCADA systems.
• Lead automation teams through all phases of projects.
• Manage projects as team lead and as key client contact.
• Support clients by troubleshooting control systems via remote access or on-site.
• Coordinate with contractors.
• Lead control system design.
• Assess existing control systems.
• Develop control system upgrade strategies.
• Implement secure network and remote access schemes.
• Educate clients.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Project management

Control system design

Networking configurations

Troubleshooting

Electrical/instrumentation

Team leadership

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

APEGS/TPS licensing

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Schneider PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Emerson PLCs

Horner PLCs

Automation Direct PLCs

VTScada

iFIX

Ignition

FactoryTalk

AVEVA SCADA

Red Lion HMIs

Maple HMIs

Automation Direct HMIs

Radio comms

VPN/OT networking

Job description

Your mission

You will play an important role in a dynamic and passionate team, collaborating on a variety of projects of all sizes and scopes in the environment, renewable energies, hydroelectricity, transportation, materials, buildings and climate change markets. Boldness, innovation and collaboration are an integral part of our daily operations.

Englobe - Who we are

At Englobe, our rigor is matched by sincere care for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the environment. We are committed to making a real difference, one project at a time, and to having a positive, lasting impact. We approach our work with fresh perspectives, relying on collaboration and a diversity of voices. With an entrepreneurial spirit, we empower our customers and communities with boldness and optimism. We are determined to leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.

We are currently recruiting for the position of Senior Automation Professional for our Saskatoon Office.
As an automation professional, the desired applicant will share MPE’s vision to provide industry leading services to our clients throughout Saskatchewan and Western Canada. The position is primarily focused on PLC and SCADA programming, commissioning, and networking configurations, however, a diverse background in automation and control system planning, design, control narrative generation, troubleshooting, and maintenance is also required.

Does this sound like the right fit for you? Learn more about the role!

Your main responsibilities

• Program and test PLCs, HMIs and SCADA systems
• Lead automation teams through all phases of projects
• Manage projects as both the team lead and as the key client contact
• Support Clients by troubleshooting control systems via remote access or on-site
• Work and coordinate with contractors
• Lead control system design
• Assess existing control systems
• Develop control system upgrade strategies
• Implement/specify secure network and remote access schemes
• Educate clients

What makes you unique

• Degree or Diploma in a related field from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Licensed or eligible for licensing or certification with APEGS/TPS.
• 10+ years of experience including project management, programming, and control system design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Background in electrical and instrumentation systems
• Experience with a variety of automation software and hardware systems considered an asset, including:
  • Allen Bradley, Schneider, Siemens, Emerson, Horner, Automation Direct PLCs
  • VTScada, iFIX, Ignition, FactoryTalk, AVEVA SCADA software
  • Red Lion, Maple, Allen Bradley, Automation Direct HMIs
  • Cellular and spread spectrum radio communication infrastructure
  • Control system networking, VPN, Routers, Switches, OT infrastructure
• Experience working as a member of a multi-disciplinary engineering team
• Willingness to travel to support maintenance and commissioning tasks

The individual must be self-motivated with good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplined team. Since we will consider junior and senior candidates, the salary range depends on the experience of the candidate.

What makes Englobe unique

At Englobe, you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects of every size and scope. You'll work in an organization that values you and your experience, and allows you to grow.From day one, you'll enjoy the following benefits:

• Real flexibility;
• Multiple opportunities for professional growth, mentoring and skills development;
• Access to a free telehealth service;
• Flexible schedules and the ability to compress your work hours;
• A flexible, hybrid work arrangement;
• A full range of benefits (including cost-sharing group insurance and a group RRSP);
• A confidential employee assistance program for you and your family.

What our employees say about us

At Englobe, I feel listened to. The leaders are accessible and always available to support me. Every day, I work with experts who inspire me and help me progress. The projects are cool, and I can see my career evolving. What's more, the people are friendly, warm and helpful! Englobe gives me a lot of flexibility, and the work-life balance is perfect for my family.

- Digital Marketing Specialist

Want to find out more?

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