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Our client, a recognized leader in industrial automation and process control, is seeking an Automation Engineer to support industrial clients and deliver complex engineering solutions across a variety of industries.
The company’s success is built on the expertise of its people, their commitment to quality, and a collaborative approach to solving customer challenges. They value individuals who are naturally curious, technically strong, and passionate about continuous improvement.
In this role, you will apply your technical expertise and independent judgment to complex engineering challenges, taking ownership of technical project execution from initial scope definition through testing, commissioning, and start-up. Working closely with customers and internal teams, you will develop practical, efficient, and reliable solutions while ensuring high-quality project delivery.
What’s in it for you?
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options
- Competitive compensation package with RRSP matching
- Comprehensive benefits and access to a wellness program
- A supportive culture that promotes work-life balance
- Structured training, professional development, and ongoing learning opportunities
Key responsibilities:
- Define engineering design specifications and project standards in collaboration with customers and internal engineering teams.
- Interpret customer requirements and translate them into practical, technically sound automation and process control solutions.
- Execute complex engineering activities across industrial automation projects and specialized technical applications.
- Develop engineering solutions that align with industry standards, established best practices, and customer expectations.
- Review and validate engineering designs, technical submittals, service estimates, and other project deliverables to ensure accuracy and quality.
- Support project activities throughout the lifecycle, including scope definition, design, testing, commissioning, and start-up.
- Coordinate with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to support project planning, resolve technical issues, and maintain delivery commitments.
- Monitor assigned project scopes to ensure technical quality, schedule requirements, and customer expectations are met.
- Support budget management by reviewing costs, identifying potential risks, and recommending appropriate change orders.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by developing and refining engineering procedures, standards, and processes.
- Collaborate with Sales and other internal stakeholders on hardware and service estimates for larger project opportunities.
- Maintain effective communication with customers and internal teams throughout project execution.
Requirements:
- A university degree in Engineering or a technologist diploma in an engineering discipline.
- At least six years of experience in project engineering, industrial automation, process control, or a related technical field.
- Strong technical knowledge of industrial automation, process control systems, and engineering design.
- Demonstrated ability to independently execute complex technical work and drive project deliverables to completion.
- Experience supporting multiple phases of the engineering project lifecycle, including testing, commissioning, and start-up.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers and internal teams.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities across project assignments.
- A commitment to technical quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
If you are an experienced automation professional looking for an opportunity to work on challenging industrial projects, contribute your technical expertise, and continue developing your skills, we encourage you to apply.
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