Systems Integrator III

Ulteig Engineers; Burlington; On-site; CAD 96,100 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers seeks a Systems Integrator III to design, develop, and commission electrical control systems, focusing on PLC and HMI integration for renewable energy applications. You will work with engineering teams to ensure system compatibility and project efficiency, completing tasks on time and within budget.

You will lead on-site commissioning, interpret schematics, and collaborate with stakeholders while adhering to safety standards such as NERC CIP and exploring new technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with electrical and control system concepts.
• Experience with PLC programming and HMI design; ladder, function block, or structured text.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Design and integrate PLC and HMI systems for automation of renewable energy applications.
• Integrate substation systems and devices including protective relays and networks.
• Lead, test, and troubleshoot electrical control systems to ensure performance.
• Perform on-site field commissioning including installation and network troubleshooting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC programming

HMI design

Schneider Electric PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

ModbusTCP

DNP3

Ignition (Inductive Automation)

SCADA systems

Job description

The Systems Integrator III designs, develops, and commissions electrical control systems, with a focus on integrating PLC and HMI systems for efficient operation and communication. Collaboration with engineering teams is essential to ensure system compatibility and enhance substation efficiency. The Systems Integrator III ensures tasks are completed on time and within budget and reports to a Technical Manager or Engineering Supervisor.

What You’ll Do

• Create, maintain, and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and other project documentation.
• Design and integrate PLC and HMI systems for the automation of renewable energy generation applications.
• Perform the work for the integration of substation systems and devices, including protective relays, RTACs, and communication networks.
• Lead, test, and troubleshoot electrical control systems under the guidance of upper-level integrators or independently to ensure proper functionality and performance.
• Perform on-site field commissioning activities, such as system installation, device power up, and network troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and adhere to relevant industry standards and safety regulations, including NERC CIP.
• Learn and adapt to new technologies and programming techniques.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a closely related discipline; equivalent professional experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Experience applying electrical systems, control systems, and automation concepts.
• Experience with PLC programming and HMI design. Efficiency in one or more programming languages (Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, or Structured Text).
• Experience designing and/or troubleshooting fiber optic networks.
• Experience interpreting electrical schematics, including single-line diagrams and P&C drawings.
• Experience with HMI design, development, and commissioning.
• Understanding and proven application of automation, integration, and system protection principles.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to travel 25-35% of the time.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must possess a valid Canadian Driver’s License and ability to meet company driving standards.
• Must have the ability to travel across the United States and Canada.
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong experience with one or more PLC or HMI platforms (e.g., Schneider Electric, SEL RTAC, Allen Bradley).
• Experience with common industrial communications protocols including ModbusTCP and/or DNP3.
• Substantial experience with SCADA systems and related technologies.
• Understanding and proven application of electrical schematics.
• Experience with cybersecurity in industrial control systems.
• Understanding of 3-phase power generation principles.
• Experience in Inductive Automation’s Ignition platform.
• Ability to read, interpret, and implement Power Purchase Agreements and LGIAs and translate into control schemes.
• Knowledge and understanding of voltage regulation concepts and ISO specific requirements.

Additional Opportunity Details

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $96,100 - $130,000 CAD.

Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace.