Systems Integrator

Jobtailor

Toronto

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to support Toronto Water facilities, focusing on PLC/SCADA programming and lifecycle management of OT assets. You will lead projects, design and maintain control systems, and ensure successful integration and testing across sites.

The role requires strong experience with iFix, Proficy, RS Logix, Kepware, and related technologies, along with the ability to travel to construction sites and participate in standby rotations.

Qualifications

College Diploma/Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable experience applying instrumentation, process control, PLC and SCADA principles to municipal water and wastewater treatment or collection/distribution systems.
Experience planning, designing and implementing PLC, SCADA and HMI systems using iFix, Proficy Machine Edition, RS Logix, Visual Basic, Kepware OPC, SimMagic and Pics-Pro.
Experience programming Emerson/GE RX3i, Allen-Bradley PLC5, SLC and CLX systems, programmable controllers and remote I/O.
Experience with industrial control networks and protocols including ASCII, RS232, RS485/422, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, DNP3, ProfiNet, ProfiBus and HART.
Valid Ontario Driver’s License and ability to travel to sites; City Operator’s Permit is an asset.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, FAT/SAT docs, schematics, process diagrams and ladder logic.
Strong PLC/SCADA knowledge and Windows-based IT familiarity.

Responsibilities

Provide front-line support to Toronto Water and wastewater plants, collection and distribution systems.
Manage lifecycle of Toronto Water OT assets, including SCADA servers/clients, PLC, WIN911, iHistorian, software and hardware.
Lead internal SCADA and PLC programming projects and technical project teams.
Plan, design, implement and maintain PLC, SCADA, OIT and other computerized equipment.
Oversee integration, testing, acceptance and approval of complex installations.
Develop test strategies, cases and scripts for system, performance, usability and acceptance testing.
Coordinate deliverables with internal and external stakeholders.
Lead implementation and rollout strategies and plans.
Prepare post-implementation findings and lessons learned.
Identify risks and prepare mitigation action plans.
Establish client relationships to assess needs.
Investigate process-control-system modifications and SCADA problems.
Prepare status reports, briefing notes and presentations.
Prepare training materials and documentation for clients and staff.
Support investigations and improvements of PLC and HMI systems.
Participate in construction, commissioning, standby rotation, and occasional evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

PLC Programming

SCADA Systems

Project Management

Technical Support

Process Control

Education

Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Science degree

Tools

IFix

Proficy Machine Edition

RS Logix

Kepware OPC

SimMagic

Pics-Pro

WirelessHART

UHF/VHF Radio

Active Directory

Data Communications

Job description

Provide front-line support to Toronto Water and wastewater plants, collection and distribution systems.
Manage the lifecycle of Toronto Water operational technology assets, including SCADA servers/clients, PLC, WIN911, iHistorian, software and hardware.
Provide specialized technical support for complex automation and programming services.
Lead internal SCADA and PLC programming projects and technical project teams.
Plan, design, implement and maintain PLC, SCADA, OIT and other computerized equipment.
Oversee integration, testing, acceptance and approval of complex technical and process equipment installations.
Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing of control systems.
Develop test strategies, test cases and test scripts for system, performance, usability and acceptance testing.
Coordinate deliverables with internal departments, external groups, facility representatives, management and operations/maintenance staff.
Lead implementation and rollout strategies and plans.
Prepare post-implementation findings and lessons learned.
Identify risks and prepare mitigation action plans.
Establish and maintain client relationships to assess needs.
Investigate and evaluate process-control-system modifications and SCADA problems.
Prepare and present status reports, issue papers, briefing notes, staff reports and presentations.
Prepare training materials and documentation for clients and staff.
Support investigations, modifications and improvements of PLC and HMI systems.
Participate in construction, commissioning, standby rotation, and occasional evening, overnight, weekend and holiday work.

Requirements

College Diploma/Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable experience applying instrumentation, process control, PLC and SCADA principles to municipal water and wastewater treatment or collection/distribution systems.
Considerable experience planning, designing and implementing PLC, SCADA and HMI systems using iFix, Proficy Machine Edition, RS Logix, Visual Basic, Kepware OPC, SimMagic and Pics-Pro.
Considerable experience programming Emerson/GE Automation RX3i, Allen-Bradley PLC5, SLC and CLX systems, programmable controllers and remote I/O.
Considerable experience with industrial control networks and protocols including ASCII, RS232, RS485/422, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, DNP3, ProfiNet, ProfiBus and HART.
Experience with wireless communication including WirelessHART and UHF/VHF radio.
Valid Province of Ontario Class G Driver’s License.
Daily access to a vehicle for travel to work locations and construction sites.
Ability to obtain a City Operator’s Permit.
Ability to support iFIX SCADA, iTerminal server and iHistorian maintenance and service.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, FAT/SAT documentation, equipment and instrumentation layouts, schematics, specifications, process diagrams, process-control narratives and ladder/function-block logic.
Ability to troubleshoot automation performance issues, PCS usage and performance.
Ability to manage projects and tasks from inception to completion.
Expert knowledge of PLC, SCADA, databases including SQL, Oracle and MSAccess, and related technology.
Strong knowledge of Windows 11, Windows Server 2019/2022/2025, Active Directory and cybersecurity.
Knowledge of programmable logic controllers, remote terminal units and data communications maintenance, repair and troubleshooting.
Ability to coordinate internal and external stakeholders and staff.
Ability to establish PCS guidelines, standards and processes and apply criteria innovatively.
Ability to support technical standards and policies for PCS management and stewardship.
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and conflicting priorities.
Knowledge of current and emerging computing, communication, Internet and IT technologies, methodologies and business requirements.
Commitment to customer service, performance, quality and continuous improvement.
Knowledge of water-related provincial and federal legislation is an asset.
Ability to work evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays, travel off-site and participate in standby rotation.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in PLC and SCADA systems, including programming and implementation, while effectively managing projects and coordinating with stakeholders. Proficient in troubleshooting automation performance issues and maintaining operational technology assets in water and wastewater environments.

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