Greater Sudbury - Ontario
Principal Automation Engineer, P.Eng.
BESTECH is an innovative multi-disciplinary engineering services firm that partners with clients to deliver results that exceed expectations. To us, partnership means we engage in relationships with our team, our clients, and our community.
Founded in 1995, BESTECH works with many of the largest mining and industrial clients in the world, achieving success across many engineering disciplines. BESTECH has a track record and passion for working with clients who need simple and innovative solutions to make their operations more efficient and profitable. That is why global mining and industrial clients have chosen to work with us for more than 25 years.
Our team of dedicated professionals works collaboratively to deliver high-quality and reliable solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation, safety, and excellence. As we continue to expand our operations and undertake challenging projects, we are seeking a talented intermediate structural engineer to join our dynamic team.
In the community, BESTECH is humble and proud to be recognized with awards for innovation, economic development, and community contributions. As an Employer of Distinction in Ontario, we are passionate about our people and offer exciting, rewarding careers.
Your Role as Principal Automation Engineer, P.Eng.
Principal Automation Engineers are industry-recognized leaders in their discipline and are sought for their technical expertise. Outside of expertise, Principal Engineers’ natural acumen for business development assists in growing the Automation portfolio and diversifying our client base.
As an expert in automation engineering, you will have a leadership role in BESTECH’s multi-disciplinary team. You will provide PLC/DCS/HMI expertise for automation projects as well as lead design, programming, and commissioning activities, maintain project schedules and ensure successful project completion. Additionally, you will guide and mentor more junior employees and act as a resource for industry codes, standards, and construction methods.
Qualifications
- University degree in engineering or related discipline (preferred: electrical, mechatronics, or software engineering).
- Professional engineering licence or eligible for registering as a professional engineer in Ontario.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in an automation role with a technical firm.
- Have a diverse set of personal and professional contacts which you will leverage to help maintain and grow our pipeline and client base.
- Provide subject matter technical expertise, supporting the business, including reviewing technical work of others in the team.
- Work in collaboration with Sales and Marketing on business development initiatives to maintain, nurture, and develop relationships with new and existing clients.
- Solid client relationship management experience.
- Leadership and Project Management experience is essential.
- Knowledge, experience, and recognition in the Canadian mining industry is a definite asset but all mining industry recognition will be acknowledged.
- Coach and mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth and development of the Automation team.
- Extensive knowledge in Ontario and Canadian engineering standards, codes, and guidelines with strong industrial experience.
- Extensive knowledge in automation technology and automation products including new and legacy PLC and SCADA systems including, but not limited to:
- Schneider Control Expert
- Schneider Process Expert
- Aveva Solutions (formerly Wonderware)
- RS Logix 5000 and/or Studio 5000
- Factory Talk Design Studio
- Foxboro Galaxy
- Foxboro FoxDraw
- Emerson Delta V
- PI historian
- Experience in specifying new automated systems for green field mines and mining plants considered an asset.
- Extensive knowledge in commissioning of large systems a critical requirement.
- Sound understanding of design engineering codes and technical standards.
- Extensive computer knowledge in industry applications, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and other specialized automation programming platforms.
- Knowledge of electrical, instrumentation and mechanical type systems.
- Demonstrated ability to collect and compile operational data and prepare scopes of work, estimates, schedules, budgets, specifications, and reports.
- Able to ensure that all designs will maintain a safe operating environment.
- Must have strong numerical ability and reasoning skills.
- Able to take the automation lead on a large range of project sizes.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with exceptional report writing skills.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, conflict resolution, decision-making, and time management skills.
- Effectively liaise with other engineers, specialists, EITs, designers and project managers to ensure client needs are met.
- Able to work independently and in a team environment to meet tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated and driven to achieve client satisfaction targets.
- Willingness to travel as required and attend meetings and field visits on client sites.
- Interested in a supportive, engaging consulting engineering culture.
- Fluent in English (written and oral).
- Valid driver’s licence with access to a personal vehicle.
BESTECH Canada Limited offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We are proud of and continuously thrive to improve our employee culture, and value an equitable and balanced life/work approach.
We invite applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. BESTECH offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of our career posting, please contact Human Resources at (705) 675-7720. All responses are appreciated and will be handled with strict confidence. Please be advised that only those applicants who are selected for interviews will be contacted and candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Why Join the BESTECH Team?
We provide our employees with opportunities to grow and succeed professionally and personally. As a growing organization, we still get excited about partnering with new professionals joining our team, along with the unique knowledge, skill set, and experiences each brings to our team!
Considering moving to Greater Sudbury?
Greater Sudbury is known as an amazing place to live, work, and play! As the capital of Northern Ontario, Greater Sudbury sits at the crossroads of the great outdoors and city culture – the perfect mix of tranquility and amenities!
Spanning more than 4,000 square kilometers, there are more than 200 kilometers of hiking trails ready to explore as well as 330 lakes within the city limits! Residents fish, canoe, kayak, swim, skate, play hockey, and enjoy nature year-round, minutes from their homes.
We also have a range of religious, recreational, and professional associations and communities that help newcomers get to know the city, its culture, and its people.
Greater Sudbury would not be as vibrant and diverse without its two neighboring First Nation communities and our Francophone population. New residents and visitors often describe Sudbury as offering a “true Canadian experience” because of its cultural mix, heritage, and diversity.