Intermediate Automation and Controls Advisor

Enbridge; Gastonia (NC); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Paid parental leave

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Hybrid work option

Job summary

Enbridge is seeking an Advisor Automation & Controls to design, build, commission, and troubleshoot automation and control systems, including PLCs and gas measurement systems. You will support plant OT systems, HMI software/servers, operator workstations, and ICS networks, with a focus on reliability and safety.

The role requires a BS in Electrical/Controls/Computer Engineering (or equivalent) and 4+ years of experience, or 6+ years in field operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; 4 years of experience or 6+ years field ops experience.
• Experience designing and troubleshooting industrial control systems.
• Advanced proficiency with engineering software and computers.
• Ability to coordinate work with field technicians, contractors, and vendors.
• Strong technical directions and clear communication of complex concepts.
• Valid driver's license verified prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, build, commission, and troubleshoot automation and control systems (PLCs, gas measurement systems).
• Support plant OT systems including HMI software, HMI servers, operator workstations, and ICS networks.
• Support existing and new SCADA interfaces to automation and control systems.
• Design and update PFDs, P&IDs, and control panel drawings.
• Apply NFPA 70 requirements and intrinsically safe wiring practices.
• Troubleshoot and maintain electrical and pneumatic control systems; resolve issues via ticketing system.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA

HMI software

Cross-functional coordination

Technical communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Computer Engineering

Tools

SCADA

HMI software

Job description

Posting End Date:

October 15, 2026

Employee Type:

Regular-Full time

This is a non-union position

Note:

• Internal job title is Advisor Automation & Controls.
• This position is not eligible for relocation or international relocation.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located without requiring sponsorship from Enbridge now or in the future.

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, build, commission, and troubleshoot automation and control systems, including programmable logic controllers and gas measurement systems.
• Support plant-level operational technology systems, including HMI software, HMI servers, operator workstations, and industrial control system networks.
• Support existing and new SCADA interfaces to automation and control systems.
• Design and update process control flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, and control panel drawings.
• Apply requirements for hazardous electrical locations, including NFPA 70 requirements and intrinsically safe wiring practices.
• Troubleshoot and maintain electronic and pneumatic control systems this includes supporting Gas Control and Operations by resolving automation and controls issues submitted through the ticketing system.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field and 4 years of experience OR six plus years of previous field operations experience. An equivalent combination of formal education and relevant experience will also be considered.
• Experience designing and troubleshooting industrial control systems.
• Advanced proficiency with computers and engineering or industrial software applications.
• You can coordinate work performed by field technicians, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary business partners.
• You can provide technical direction and communicate complex automation and controls concepts in clear, practical terms.
• Role requires a valid driver's license, which will be verified with a motor vehicle check prior to hire.

Working Conditions:

• 50% office based and 50% field based.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:

Grasping, kneeling, light to moderate lifting of objects up to 20 pounds, reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirements including the ability to see screens, detect color coding, and read fine print, hearing requirements, and the ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.

Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office) include but are not limited to:

Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information; understand complex problems and collaborate on or explore alternative solutions; organize thoughts and ideas using understandable terminology; organize and prioritize a short-term work schedule; make decisions that have a moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impacts outside this area; understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines; complete routine forms; compose letters, outlines, memoranda, and basic reports; and communicate with individuals by telephone.

Salary:

• Ranges from $80,500 - $130,000/year USD for U.S. locations based upon the candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity.
• Applicable compensation policies and guidelines apply to internal candidates.

Benefits:

• A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance, and disability.
• A paid maternity and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during this important life event.
• Valuable retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option.
• Paid time off, vacation, and sick leave, plus paid personal days off depending on location, and paid holidays.
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Wellness Program focused on supporting healthier employees by providing tools, resources, and opportunities to improve physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.
• Enbridge's FlexWork hybrid work model offers eligible employees, Manager level and below, the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, opt for a compressed workweek schedule, or have flexible start and end times. Role requirements determine eligibility for each option. #LI-Hybrid

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion.We are proud to bean Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].

Information For Applicants:

• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com