Automation Engineer

Company Description

RCDB Projects is a full stack industrial automation company that serves many industries across Canada. The foundation of our work is based on designing and implementing custom solutions for our clients. These solutions include control systems using PLCs and HMIs, SCADA, MES, Networking, and cyber security. Our clients are in manufacturing, food processing, mining, and municipal sectors.

Work hours are flexible using a hybrid office/site/remote work plan. Employee's receive competitive salaries and health and benefit programs.

Role Description

An automation engineer at RCDB Projects is involved in all phases of a project. Tasks will be assigned at the design, programming, commissioning, and project management levels. Knowledge of electrical systems, programming language fundamentals, networking, and user interface design will be required.

Design responsibilities include:

· Hardware and software selection

· Confirmation of specifications to ensure client end goals are achievable.

· Planning with engineering team to define scope

Programming/Implementation requirements include:

· PLC programming following specifications and guidelines

· HMI/SCADA programs with scripting and graphical layouts

· Programming in Python, VB, .NET, Structured Text

· Database design using but not limited to MSSQL, MySQL, InfluxDB

· Server, client, and virtual machine set up using HyperV or VMWare on Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.

· Configuration of smart devices such as VFDs, communication gateways, UPS

· Communication systems using industrial protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, DH+ and others

Commissioning responsibilities include:

· Factory acceptance testing of client software or hardware

· Field validation of software and hardware to meet client specifications

· System start up

· Local and remote support that can include travel across Canada

Project Management can include:

· Coordination with key players to designate tasks

· Strong communication with team and client

· Reporting during all phases of the project

This role is highly variable day to day and offers an exciting career that will build numerous hard skills. There are high pressure situations and essential involvement in major national industries. Providing solutions and resolving problems for our clients is extremely rewarding.

Qualifications

• Education in Electrical Engineering/Engineering Technology
• Experience in Electrical Engineering, Automation, and Robotics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Adaptability to work in hybrid environments
• Experience with industry-standard automation software and tools
• Ability to travel across Canada
• Certified by Inductive Automation for Ignition is desired
• Bilingual French will be given priority

Candidate Requirements

· Minimum 3 years experience developing and commissioning Rockwell/Siemens PLC projects.

· Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License

· Candidate can be subject to background check based on Client requirements.