Senior Industrial Process and Automation Control Specialist

Awcsolutions; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry‑leading compensation

Base salary + bonus plan

Extended health benefits

Group RRSP program

Team culture and events

Wellness subsidies

Job summary

AWC seeks a senior Controls/Automation professional to lead control system development from design to field deployment. You will procure user requirements, evaluate strategies, and ensure integration with existing systems while mentoring junior staff.

You'll program PLCs, develop HMIs, and implement SCADA/RTU solutions, with travel up to 25%. A strong automation background and post‑secondary education are required for this leadership role in Langley, BC.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Automation & Instrumentation.
• 10+ years of experience in the field.
• Experience with PLC programming across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of control systems from design to field instrumentation.
• Procure and interpret customer user requirements.
• Evaluate control strategies for industrial processes.
• Design and implement multi-loop control systems with integration to existing systems.
• Program PLCs and calibrate field devices.
• Lead initiatives to improve process and system optimization.
• Develop intuitive HMI graphics and configurations.
• Maintain cybersecurity for control systems.
• Develop SCADA/RTU applications with historian and reporting.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks.
• Support FAT before shipment and field commissioning.
• Travel up to 25% as needed.
• Mentor junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Continuous learning

Education

Automation & Instrumentation degree

Tools

Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix

Siemens S7 (TIA Portal)

CODESYS

Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio

Siemens WinCC (TIA Portal)

Schneider EcoStruxure

Job description

AWC specializes in providing integrated water, wastewater treatment plants and many other specialized industrial packaged solutions. We offer clients advanced in-house engineering & design with 3D modeling, piloting, fabrication and machining, in-house control panel shop, and a full range of field services, allowing us to provide turn-key solutions.

As our company and backlog expands, we are seeking qualified persons in filling the senior position in our Controls / Automation Division. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a level of technical experience in industrial control systems, and hands‑on experience.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Leads the development of the control system, from the control system design to field instrumentation.
• Total procurement of customer user requirement specifications.
• Evaluating control strategies and suitability to common industrial processes.
• Evaluating I&C documentation – Control Narrative, RATS List, Cause and Effect Diagram, Serial Interface Lists.
• Designing and implementing multiple-loop control systems. Ensuring seamless integration with other systems including existing control systems.
• PLC programming and calibration of field devices.
• Leading development initiatives to improve process and systems optimization.
• Develops intuitive HMI display graphics and configurations.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity measures to protect control systems.
• Develop intuitive SCADA / RTU applications including historian / trending and reporting.
• Configuring and troubleshooting industrial network components.
• Supports internal Factory Acceptance Testing prior to equipment shipment to site.
• Supports field commissioning and operations of complete water and wastewater systems.
• Field support will require the successful candidate to be willing to travel (less than 25% of their time)
• Communicates with internal/external key stakeholders (e.g., engineering, fabrication, CAD, consultants, suppliers) to identify and resolve issues pro‑actively.
• Delivers exceptional service to clients and on‑site partners (e.g., General Contractors, end users)
• Root Cause analysis for control system failures including the development and implementation of corrective actions.
• Provide remote technical support for clients and site operators.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience
• Experience in water/wastewater treatment plants, as well as a variety of other turnkey industrial process packages will be an asset.
• Post‑secondary education in Automation & Instrumentation
• Demonstrate experience in PLC programming and field service support for multiple programming platforms.
• Experience with a variety of PLC platforms, preferably Rockwell ControlLogix / CompactLogix, Siemens S7 using TIA Portal, and CODESYS‑based PLC systems.
• Experience and/or working knowledge with HMIs, preferably Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio and Siemens WinCC / TIA Portal.
• Experience with Schneider PLC and HMI platforms, such as Modicon and EcoStruxure, including Structured Text programming, would be considered an asset.
• Experience and/or knowledge with SCADA, various VFDs, industrial communications networks
• Strong work ethic, self‑motivation, and pride in delivering high quality results.
• Excellent communication (verbal & written), interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, including attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to provide leadership to small project teams.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Interest in continuous learning

Benefits & Perks

Industry‑Leading Compensation

AWC offers competitive, industry‑leading compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance. Each role includes a base salary, bonus plan, extended health benefits, and participation in our Group RRSP program.

Employee Recognition & Team Culture

We believe great work deserves to be celebrated. AWC has a strong employee recognition program that regularly acknowledges individual and team achievements. We also foster a welcoming, social workplace with regular team events and opportunities to connect and have fun together.

Workplace Amenities

Our staff rooms are fully stocked with complimentary snacks and refreshments, helping keep energy levels high throughout the day.

Professional & Personal Development

AWC is deeply committed to lifelong learning and growth. We actively support employees in reaching their full potential through professional development opportunities, support for further education, and subsidies for fitness and wellness programs.

We sincerely thank all applicants for theirinterest,however, only those selected will be contacted.