Senior Automation Systems Engineer

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment. Based out of our Acheson Powell Service Division location, the Senior Automation Engineer is responsible for applying innovative and creative solutions to solve problems for our clients. Key responsibilities include engineering, testing, maintaining and supporting automation solutions as well as intelligent products in MV/LV switchgear applications.
Review and interpret client specifications to produce project Functional Design, drawings and test documentation in accordance with the project requirements and Powell standard procedures.
Develop relay configuration files using various manufactures such as SEL, GE, Siemens and Beckwith. 
Design and configure SCADA systems using WonderWare InTouch, Allen Bradley Factory Talk, Copa-Data Zenon, Siemens WinCC, and/or SEL RTAC AcSELerator Diagram Builder
Use common industrial communication protocols such as Modbus (RTU and TCP/IP), IEC61850, DNP 3.0, etc. 
Develop PLC based electrical system monitoring and controls solutions. 
Participate in and develop documentation for factory and on-site acceptance testing (FAT and SAT respectively), as well as perform start-up and commissioning activities as required.
Ensure that the company's Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures are constantly adhered to all aspects of Site Services.
BS in a technical discipline, preferably an Electrical Engineer, from an accredited institution with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or a minimum of 6 years of relevant industry working experience is required.
Automation and Control systems
Protective Relay programming and commissioning
PLC applications for Switchgear
Experience developing, integrating, installing, and commissioning industrial control systems using PLC and HMI solutions.
Experience with PLC logic programming and HMI programming. Experience with Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, and ABB software a plus.
Experience with common industrial protocols such as Modbus (RTU and TCP/IP), IEC61850, DNP3, Profibus, etc.
Experience configuring, testing, and commissioning relays. Excellent customer relation, verbal, and written communication skills.
Skilled with Microsoft software such as Excel, Word, and Outlook. Business system experience in Oracle a plus.
Knowledge of basic electrical theory and electrical power distribution equipment.
Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulation.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal and leadership skills, and ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and team members
Apply practical application experience and knowledge of electrical power systems to develop and recommend solutions for customers' power system issues and upgrades.
Familiarity with environmental protection procedures and basic electrical safety practices
Make a work site and site activities safe for self and all other members of the site team.
Ability to understand documented instructions, procedures and electrical drawings, and develop the same.
Familiar with test equipment and testing procedures for power delivery.
Willingness and ability to travel 25% of the time

Able to provide a negative pre-employment drug and alcohol test
Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer's needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.
Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.