Specialist, Automation

Elk Valley Resources • Sparwood, BC

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Engineering Supervisor, the Specialist, Automation, Processing Systems is responsible for safely delivering and maintaining a diverse set of technology that is redefining the way we operate our mineral processing. Technologies include process automation, remote operations, human machine interfaces, optimization systems, and operator safety systems.
To be successful, we are looking for someone with strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, who can translate technical information to gain consensus from staff with varying backgrounds, someone who can work independently in a distributed team with a collaborative approach to problem solving, who is detail oriented, but also able to think strategically.
Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Requirements

• Minimum two years experience working on industrial process control systems, programming PLC and HMI Systems with a background in instrumentation and automation and control systems
• Electrical, Instrumentation Technologist or Mechanics with an Automation focus or related field, or bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related subject area
• Ability to understand and develop control systems from engineering documents such as P&ID’s, control narratives, and function diagrams
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Collaborate closely with internal and external teams troubleshoot technical problems and provide solutions
• Define, implement, support, and continuously improve innovative systems that optimize safety, sustainability, productivity, and efficiency including, advanced analytics, and advanced process control
• Work as a part of a highly collaborative team with a focus on delivering value and promoting sharing of practices across operations
• Provide design and implementation support to major projects including green field projects
• Develop and maintain documentation of standards and best practices

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• Two Annual Bonus Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan
• Retirement Package
• Health Lifestyle Account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree