Lead Automation Project Engineer

4 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada ABB Schweiz AG Full time
Lead Automation Project Engineer

At ABB, we are committed to tackling global challenges. Our fundamental values of care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration, alongside our emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, drive our mission to empower individuals to develop sustainable solutions.


Reporting Structure

This role reports to the Automation Engineering Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities


• Collaborate within a team to design and implement ABB's suite of Automation solutions, encompassing devices, systems, and services.

• Serve as the technical lead across all engineering disciplines for Automation Projects. Engage and coordinate with clients (Engineering, Operations, IT, etc.), contractors, and other stakeholders. Participate in project meetings and present all technical facets of project assignments. Work closely with clients to shape and deliver tailored automation solutions.

• Outline project tasks and ensure proper distribution of these tasks among project team members and third-party resources, specifying relevant schedules, costs, and quality metrics associated with the automation scope.

• Assist Sales in engineering projects or programs by coordinating proposal drawings, bills of materials, third-party contractors, and estimated engineering hours across all engineering disciplines.

• Oversee the engineering activities necessary for developing PCS application programming, system architecture, hardware, third-party connectivity, and factory acceptance testing, as well as installation and commissioning.

• Direct project installation, commissioning, and site activities, addressing potential issues or providing solutions to rectify engineering errors. Offer technical support during commissioning and start-up phases.

• Travel to client facilities and offices to support projects and sales initiatives.

Required Qualifications
  • University Degree in Engineering or equivalent field.
  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in Mining and Mineral Processing is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in OS virtualization technologies such as VMware or Citrix, MS; OPC, OPC/UA, ODBC.
  • Familiarity with LAN/WAN industrial networks.
  • Experience with ABB 800xA, Harmony, and Symphony + systems.
  • A willingness to learn and embrace new challenges.
  • Proficiency in French is required; English is also necessary for regular communication with clients outside of Quebec.
Benefits
  • Flexibility: We offer hybrid work options to suit your lifestyle.
  • Comprehensive support from Employee Assistance Programs to global Parental leave.
  • Join a recognized market leader with a strong brand known for high-quality products.
About ABB

The Process Industries division provides complete electrification and automation solutions, along with industry-specific products and lifecycle services across various sectors. By engineering and delivering automation solutions from devices to monitoring and control, we help our clients maximize their investments. Our digitalization solutions, including collaborative operations and augmented reality, enhance plant and enterprise productivity while reducing maintenance and energy costs. Our extensive portfolio of engineering, project management, services, and solutions spans a wide range of industries, including Mining, Pulp & Paper, Metals, Aluminum, Cement, Data Centers, and Food and Beverage.

We look forward to your application. To learn more about ABB, please visit our website.

ABB Canada has been recognized for multiple consecutive years as one of Canada's top employers by Forbes Magazine, and has received accolades such as Canada's Top 100 Employers, Montreal's Top Employers, Canada's Top Employers for Young People, and Canada's Greenest Employers. Our culture emphasizes a caring workplace where collaboration, respect, inclusion, and support are paramount.

ABB's Military Reservist Policy provides Canada's Reserve Force members with the flexibility to engage in military training and activities while ensuring job security, seniority, pay, benefits, and privileges as ABB employees, including up to 15 paid working days per year for training, along with extended leave for operations both domestically and internationally, facilitating seamless career integration with our nation's defense forces.



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