Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Programmer – EIT

AECOM•Burnaby, BC

13h•CA$75,000 - CA$95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM's Water group is searching for an Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Programmer – EIT of DCS and PLC programmer for a large capital project of a highly integrated Industrial Control Systems (ICS) in the wastewater treatment industry. Experience in the application and startup of industrial process controls is required. In this role you will: 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 development for controls and instrumentation systems with focus on SCADA & DCS systems. Design and specification of instrumentation and process control devices for various processes including water/wastewater treatment and other light industrial applications. Develop and implement industrial control systems configurations, graphics, databases and other connected systems. Participate in the implementation of advanced software applications and automatic control strategies. Participate in simulations, testing and commissioning of process control applications. Participate in troubleshooting and resolving system issues. Assist in the team achieving engineering deliverables (e.g., drawings and specifications) comply with applicable regulations, standards, corporate procedures and sound engineering practices.

Requirements

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 4 years applicable experience in DCS and PLC programming.
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.

Nice To Haves

Good working knowledge of, and experience with, current applicable communication protocols.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently using sound judgement to make decisions.
Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and descriptive control narratives.
Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions and regulations applicable to the position’s area of work.
Willingness and ability to undertake additional training relating to the duties of the position.
Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.
Familiar with control systems such as DCS (Delta V, ABB 800xA, Siemens Simatic7) PLC systems (Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens) and SCADA systems development and integration.
Familiarity with the Canadian Electrical Code (NEC or IEC exposure is an asset).
Proven leadership qualities or experience to manage and lead work of small design teams.
Proficient in the DCS or PLC programming and SCADA development is an asset.

Responsibilities

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