Senior Control Systems Specialist

CDN Controls ULC • Grande Prairie, AB

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

CDN is a recognized industry leader in the energy services sector. CDN is a full-service provider with expertise in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance, renewables/solar, major projects, combustion & emissions reduction, and measurement.

Requirements

• University degree, college diploma, formal certification in Automation and Robotics or related field and typically 10 or more years of hands-on automation experience in the Oil & Gas industry; or combination of formal education and experience.
• Must hold all valid safety tickets required under the Health and Safety program.
• Experience with control and automation system design of oil and gas facilities.
• Experience with control and automation systems with high level of experience with Allen Bradley PLC systems, RS Logix and numerous software’s.
• Experience with and knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Safety Integrity Level (SIL) applications.
• Possess the ability to execute control system integration on multiple complex projects with a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Understand complex controls systems and be able to identify potential areas of improvement.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, with experience in Microsoft Projects.
• Valid class 5 with a clean Drivers Abstract.
• Current safety tickets required: H2S, First Aid Level C CPR & AED, CSO.
• Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Nice To Haves

• Optional certificates: Electrical/Electronic or Instrument Certification.

Responsibilities

• Compressor Station, and Processing Facility Control System Design.
• Software Development of PLC and DCS systems.
• On site commissioning and startup assistance of new facilities.
• Development of Controls and Automation Equipment Standards & Specifications.
• Perform complex technical tasks related to control and automation systems.
• Backups of PLC/HMI program “As found" and Modified files are extremely important.
• Ascertain a clear scope of work from direct supervisor or client.
• Perform FAT testing on hardware and software prior to implementation.
• Maintain and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders (employees, managers, owners, and clients)
• Ensure changes that affect the control or the shutdown of operation for a location has approval in writing by an authorized representative prior to the changes being applied. Management of Change (MOC) documentation should be provided.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose hardware and wiring issues.
• Deal with a variety of voltages, help of an electrician is common practice.
• Work with pressures in the operation of process equipment.
• Comply with the standards and safety procedures of the Health & Safety Manual including the use of special PPE where required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Belonging to a strong, motivating team.
• On-the-job training and a commitment to mentorship from invested, industry-leading professionals.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and RRSP-matching program.
• Generous vacation
• Opportunities for advancement.

What This Job Offers

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