Process Control Technician (DCS)

Join a top employer and advance your career. Aplin has partnered with an Alberta-based company to hire a Process Control Technician (DCS).

The position is located in Athabasca, Alberta and relocation assistance will be provided.

Perks & Benefits:

• A compressed work week (Monday–Thursday).
• A competitive annual salary, including a paid pension and matching RRSP program.
• Four weeks of annual vacation (increasing with service).
• Company-paid dental and extended health benefits from day 1.
• A team-based culture that encourages work-life balance.
• Relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities:

• Maintenance of the Control system hardware, operating system, and communications.
• Design, programming, and maintenance of regulatory control loops. Need to have an understanding of process control strategies and key concepts.
• Design and maintenance of operator HMI graphics.
• Understanding of security and operational safety, including control of system user access.
• Administration of Process Control System/Network (e.g. System Backups, User Access, Network Switch Configuration, Network layout; design, and maintenance, System Maintenance; Patch and Virus administration, etc.).
• Liaises closely with others involved in different aspects of the systems including instrumentation, electrical, shift E/I, technical, engineering, production, and external IT suppliers.

Qualifications:

• Instrument Technologist with a Journeyman Instrument ticket OR a registered Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) with controls experience.
• 3-5 years of previous Process Controls System experience or equivalent training.
• Controls design and implementation (Honeywell Experion experience preferred).
• Knowledge and skill set pertaining to Process Control Networks: Best Practices, Infrastructure, and Security will be considered a strong asset.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical specifications, functional specifications, and schematics.
• Self-motivated and self-directed. Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments.
• Strong Computer and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working within a Pulp Mill and/or Industrial plant is considered an asset.
• Journeyman Electrical ticket considered an asset.
• Must hold a valid Driver’s license (GDL removed with acceptable driving history).
• Must be able to obtain a valid passport, and able to travel for training and other position-specific requirements.

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