Sr. Project Engineer - Controls Systems

ANDRITZ; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automation and engineering company is seeking a Senior Engineer specializing in control systems for industrial facilities. The role demands leading projects from inception to completion while ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, at least 10 years of industrial engineering experience, and strong leadership and analytical skills. The position is based in Canada, requiring domestic and international travel, and strategic collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in industrial engineering, preferably in Pulp & Paper.
• Registered as an EIT or P.Eng., or AScT in British Columbia.
• Knowledge of automation and electrification technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead control systems projects from inception to completion.
• Design and develop control systems, including hardware and software components.
• Test and debug control systems to ensure proper functionality.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Our Automation & Digitalization division seeks a Senior Engineer who specializes in the design, development, and implementation of control systems for industrial facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead control systems projects from inception to completion, ensuring project goals, timelines, and budgets are met.
• Design and develop control systems, including hardware and software components, to meet the specific requirements of a project.
• Develop and implement control algorithms and logic.
• Integrate control systems with existing or new equipment, machinery, or processes.
• Test and debug control systems to ensure proper functionality and adherence to specifications. Identify and resolve issues or malfunctions through systematic troubleshooting and debugging techniques.
• Prepare technical documentation, including system specifications, design documents, user manuals, and maintenance procedures.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, budgets, and resourcing, including managing the procurement of necessary equipment and materials.
• Define project objectives, scope, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders, including identifying opportunities for additional automation and electrification scope within the project.
• Manage project risks and issues, including developing contingency plans and mitigating strategies, and communicating progress and challenges to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and supply chain, to ensure alignment and timely delivery of project milestones.
• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams, to ensure effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders and senior leadership, including presenting project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers and technologists.
• Assist with the development of proposals.
• Ensure compliance with ANDRITZ Quality System.
• Embody, demonstrate, and reinforce the ANDRITZ core values and behaviours.

When selecting candidates

• Bachelor\'s degree or Diploma in Engineering with a focus on automation and electrification technologies.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in industrial engineering; preferably in Pulp & Paper.
• Consulting engineering experience an asset.
• Registered as an EIT or P.Eng., or AScT in British Columbia.
• Strong understanding of automation and electrification technologies, including knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and emerging trends.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Project management experience an asset.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Ability and willingness to travel to domestic and international sites.