Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Programmer – EIT

Description

• Assist in the team achieving engineering deliverables (e.g., drawings and specifications) comply with applicable regulations, standards, corporate procedures and sound engineering practices.
• Design and specification development for SCADA, DCS and other controls systems (including low voltage such as telecommunications, CCTV and security) focused in low voltage applications mainly.
• Design and specification of instrumentation and process control devices for various processes including water/wastewater treatment and other light industrial applications.
• Participate in the implementation of advanced software applications and automatic control strategies.
• Participate in simulations, testing and commissioning of process control applications.
• Develop and implement industrial control systems configurations, graphics, databases and other connected systems.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving system issues.
• Design and specification development for controls and instrumentation systems with focus on SCADA & DCS systems.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions and regulations applicable to the position’s area of work.
• Membership or eligibility for registration with EGBC as EIT is preferred;
• Requires knowledge of, and experience with, operating systems such as Microsoft Office Suite and related support systems. Demonstrated ability in the use of computer applications and systems related to the position and duties in DCS and PLC programming.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently using sound judgement to make decisions.
• Willingness and ability to undertake additional training relating to the duties of the position.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code (NEC or IEC exposure is an asset).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and 2+ years of related experience with DCS and PLC programming in a plant process or manufacturing environment, system design, modifications and analysis, or two year technology diploma in controls or instrumentation, with 5 years applicable experience in DCS and PLC programming.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
• Familiar with control systems such as DCS (Delta V, ABB 800xA, Siemens Simatic7) PLC systems (Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens) and SCADA systems development and integration.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and descriptive control narratives.
• Good working knowledge of, and experience with, current applicable communication protocols.
• This position requires working at different sites within the Metro Vancouver region.
• Proficient in the DCS or PLC programming and SCADA development is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.
• Proven leadership qualities or experience to manage and lead work of small design teams.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance