E&I Technician

We are seeking an experienced Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician to join our dynamic Projects Team. In this role, you will be responsible for the electrical installation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of industrial manufacturing equipment and advanced automation systems. Working closely with our Engineering, Controls, and Robotics teams, you will ensure all projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant electrical codes and standards

As an E&I Technician, you will work primarily on the production floor (with occasional office work) to execute the following duties:

• Equipment Setup:
  Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical and electronic equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Servo systems, and Robotics.

• Collaboration:
  
  Partner closely with the Engineering, Controls, and Robotics teams to facilitate the seamless commissioning and startup of new installations.

• Cabinet & Structure Building:
  Assist in the design, component procurement, building, and commissioning of automation control cabinets. Build, modify, and install support structures for electrical cabinets, trays, and disconnects.

• Infrastructure Wiring:
  Install and repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, lighting fixtures, and other essential electrical components.

• Instrumentation Management:
  Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation devices, including flow meters, level sensors, load cells, pressure transmitters (PTs), RTDs, and analytical instrumentation.

• Advanced Troubleshooting:
  Perform advanced diagnostics on automation equipment, motors, and VFDs. Test electrical/electronic equipment and parts for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.

• Power Distribution:
  Install, repair, and test switch gear, transformers, load reactors, industrial batteries, and hydraulic/pneumatic control systems.

• Blueprint Reading:
  Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals to ensure execution matches design specifications.

• Safety & Code Enforcement:
  Inspect electrical systems to identify hazards or defects. Follow and enforce Work Safe regulations, company-mandated health and safety standards, city/provincial bylaws, and the National Electrical Code (NEC).

• Project Communication:
  Maintain clear, professional, and direct communication with internal employees, supervisors, and external contractors to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

• Licensure:
  Must be a Licensed Journeyman Electrician.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 2 years of experience as an E&I Technician working directly on Industrial Control Systems.

• Specialized
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven experience designing, installing, and troubleshooting safety circuits.

• Transit:
  Must possess a valid Class D Driver’s License and a reliable personal vehicle.

• Working knowledge of PLC control systems with basic PLC programming skills.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills and a deep understanding of MCC and control wiring (VFDs, Servos, Cont actors).

• Practical experience working with Industrial Control Panels.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Electrical standards and code requirements.

• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office.

• Drive:
  Self-motivated to solve complex problems, understand how things work, and actively expand your career in industrial automation.

• Adaptability: A multitasker who can successfully juggle competing priorities, remain calm under pressure, and shift focus when necessary to drive projects…