Technologue sr. en systèmes de contrôle / Controls Technologist Senior

Smardt • Dorval, QC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a global pioneer in oil-free centrifugal chiller technology with an expanding portfolio of thermal management solutions, SMARDT is dedicated to delivering high-efficiency and energy-saving systems for industries, real estate developments, health care and educational centers worldwide. We operate manufacturing facilities in the US, Canada, Germany, China, and Australia, with a team of over 900 employees. With a focus on reliability, performance, and environmental stewardship, SMARDT continues to redefine industry standards through advanced engineering and a commitment to a more sustainable future.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree in controls design, industrial automation or similar
• Mastery of controls development software using standard Controls Programming Languages such as Function Block Diagram FBD, Ladder Logic Diagram LD, Structured Text ST (preference given to FBD and ST)
• Mastery of development software for HMI design whether smaller scale HMIs for Machine Control or Data Acquisition Systems is required
• Extensive knowledge of Serial-based and Ethernet-based industrial communication protocols and their application is required.
• Comprehensive understanding of concept of Object-Oriented Programming as it applies to Programming Languages in general and Controls Programming Languages in particular is required, such as Complex Data Types, Function and Function Blocks instantiation etc.
• Extensive knowledge of Controls Systems hardware platforms is required
• Ability to communicate technical matters in plain and concise language both in writing and verbally
• Extensive knowledge of controls system instrumentation is required
• Understanding of hierarchy and interaction of different layers of Controls Systems is required
• Candidate should be able to demonstrate a proven track of accomplished controls design projects and duties and responsibilities on the projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote
• Problem-solving
• Team work and independent work
• Attention to details
• Ability to speak French with our team in Quebec
• In a multicultural and international environment, a good command of English is necessary to interact with part of our clientele and international team.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of HVAC specific communication protocols is considered an asset
• Knowledge of other Computer Programming Languages such as C, C++, C#, JavaScript, Python and others is considered an asset but not required

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains Chiller Controls Software, both Chiller Application and User Interface (UI), which involves software versioning system, software maintenance and documenting software changes, maintains IO and data points lists etc.
• Provides tech support and expertise for any controls related troubleshooting, verification and validation whether for chillers in the field or during R&D prototypes testing
• Conducts software testing, startup and commissioning of chillers and heat pumps
• Writes technical documents related to controls design and programming such as sequences of operations, user guides and software manuals
• Stays up to date with the latest controls developments in the industry
• Interfaces with controls components suppliers and provides advice to supply chain ensuring controls components meet controls design requirements
• Collaborates with other design teams such as mechanical and electrical design to ensure overall coherent product design
• Implements, configures and fine-tunes Serial-based and Ethernet-based industrial communication protocols, estimating performance and hardware requirements
• Defines areas and implements controls systems improvements
• Estimates and provides scope of work and timeline for controls design projects
• Provides mentoring and coaching to more junior staff regarding methods and tools of chillers controls systems design

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid group insurance starting on your very first day
• A competitive RRSP program with up to 6% employer contribution
• Annual employee celebrations and events
• A collaborative, supportive workplace
• Meaningful career growth opportunities
• The opportunity to work alongside a team that takes pride in quality, safety, and delivering exceptional results for our customers.
• TELUS Virtual Health Care with 24/7 access
• Employees receive 35% off the regular monthly Zone A transit pass through partnership with OPUS

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior