Automation Engineer AB

Comco is an industrial control systems integrator and manufacturing company with close to 40 years of experience. We work with different OEM control systems and serve various industries. We have large and small projects all over Canada and the US and have created a positive and dynamic culture that promotes skill development and career growth. We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join our team in Edmonton.

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing control systems for various industrial process applications. The ideal candidate will have a solid control and instrumentation (C&I) engineering background with experience in industrial process control hardware architecture design and software system integration.

• Delivering system design and integration services.
• Design of industrial control systems according to all applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Design and implement control systems for industrial processing, mining, and oil & gas processes while ensuring functionality, safety, reliability and cyber security.
• Develop functional requirement documents to capture process control system requirements prior to software development.
• Program and configure PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), DCS’s (Distributed Control Systems), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning to ensure proper operation and performance as per specifications and client requirements.
• Provide technical support and guidance during installation and startup phases.
• Provide maintenance and operational support for existing control systems and OT networks.
• Perform periodic system upgrades and modifications to improve efficiency, cybersecurity and meet regulatory requirements.
• Support development of control and instrumentation design deliverables, including but not limited to project reports, C&I design criteria, design option studies, equipment specifications, instrument lists and data sheets.
• Support development of control and instrumentation engineering drawings, including system architecture diagrams, piping & instrumentation drawings (P&IDs), network diagrams, cable block diagrams, logic diagrams, installation detail drawings, instrument loop diagrams, general arrangement drawings, motor control centre schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, power distribution diagrams and panel layout drawings.
• Keeping up to date with industry trends and advancements in control systems technology.
• Interfacing with other business departments, clients, suppliers and contractors to coordinate project work and deliver integrated solutions.
• Work with other team members to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology to enhance safety and functionality and reduce cost.
• Managing projects and leading teams, including other engineers and technicians.
• Performing site visits to gather information related to projects or scope out new work opportunities.
• Participating in preparation of project estimates and proposals.

• Qualification in electrical engineering or related field.
• Registration with APEGA or other Canadian provincial professional engineering regulatory body will be an advantage.
• 5-10 Years of experience in industrial control systems design, implementation, and system integration.
• Proficiency in PLC, DCS and HMI programming, particularly Siemens PCS
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• In-depth knowledge of industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with control system hardware design, including selection of sensors, actuators, and network switches.
• Experience in interpreting and creating electrical schematics, P&IDs and control system architecture and networking diagrams.
• Knowledge of industry and safety standards and regulations (ISA, IEEE, CSA, OSHA, NFPA, etc.) applicable to industrial control systems.
• Understanding and applying safe control system design and programming concepts.
• Knowledge of electric power systems and components.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or other data centric design tools will be an advantage.
• Experience in oil & gas industries.

• Strong analytical skills and a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities with a focus on delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills (English) and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Desire to take on new challenges and uncover practical solutions to technical problems.