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Automation Engineer

Job in Surrey, BC, Canada
Listing for: Actalent
Contract position
Listed on 2026-02-26
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 46.15 - 53.85 CAD Hourly CAD 46.15 53.85 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title:
Automation Engineer

Job Description

The Automation Engineer will primarily focus on automation tasks with occasional electrical engineering responsibilities. This role involves programming, designing, commissioning, and providing support for large power generation systems and associated electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Program PLCs and HMIs.
  • Design control panels.
  • Design switchgear, MCC, HVAC, VFD, Cable Trays, Station Service, and auxiliary electrical loads.
  • Design interconnections and interfaces between various electrical equipment.
  • Create BOMs, Cable Schedules, and Operation Manuals.
  • Commission equipment at customer sites.
  • Perform I/O checks to ensure correct circuit wiring.
  • Conduct functional tests.
  • Train operators on the function of the equipment.
  • Debug and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems.
  • Provide support to field technicians.
  • Essential Skills

  • Extensive experience in electrical engineering and PLC programming with a variety of PLC brands.
  • Minimum of three years of PLC programming experience.
  • Three years of HMI programming experience.
  • Field commissioning experience.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD for electrical design.
  • Knowledge of CSA/CEC standards.
  • Familiarity with Modbus (RT or TCP/IP) and its applications.
  • Willingness to travel for commissioning up to six weeks a year.
  • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong preference for candidates with Schneider and Emerson programming experience.
  • DCS programming experience.
  • Job Type & Location

    This is a Contract position based out of Surrey, BC.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $46.15 - $53.85/hr.

    Workplace Type

    This is a hybrid position in Surrey,BC.

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