Electrical Systems Automation Specialist

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Kinectrics Full time

Job Summary

Kinectrics is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Systems Automation Specialist to join our team in the High Current Laboratory. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, programming, and installing instrumentation, protection, and data acquisition systems for tests using available equipment and modules in the lab.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and program embedded controllers such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino, PLC, or other similar platforms to automate selected tests
  • Select and design proper instruments such as CTs, PTs, isolation transformers, isolating amplifiers, etc. with adequate ratios and gains to capture and record test waveforms with high accuracy, minimal noise, and sufficient isolation from power circuit
  • Wire and program the control room data acquisition system for capturing the desired waveforms using proper gains, filters, sampling frequency, trigger, etc.
  • Program the data acquisition software to apply certain mathematical operations on the captured waveforms, such as RMS value, peak value, energy value, etc. as needed
  • Program the test sequencer to trigger data acquisition and video capturing devices as well as control closing or opening of different make switches, circuit breakers, actuators, etc. in real-time for complete automation of the entire test
  • Work with test engineers and implement the designed protection relay parameters
  • Manage the record of calibration of the lab instruments, coordinate with test engineers and calibration bodies to ensure optimal calibration scheduling is implemented
  • Assist with installation of laboratory equipment and test fixtures

Requirements

  • Three-year college degree or bachelor's degree in Instrumentation and Control, Computer, Electrical, or Mechatronics engineering is required. Specialized courses or experience in the field of embedded systems programming, data acquisition systems, and automation of electrical systems is required.
  • Minimum two years of work experience in the area of instrumentation and control with emphasis on system automation using embedded systems, such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino, NI's CompactRio, or other similar modules is required
  • Minimum of two years of work experience using and programming advanced industrial data acquisition modules such as HBM's Genesis or QuantumX, NI's CompactDAQ, or other similar platforms is required
  • Intermediate or advanced knowledge of C++ and Python programming languages is required. Working experience with Labview is highly desired
  • Experience using or calibrating PTs and CTs and other instruments is highly desired
  • Working knowledge of isolating amplifiers or other isolating techniques is required
  • Advanced knowledge of DAC, ADC, and digital I/O cards
  • Requires knowledge of electrical theory and ability to analyze simple single phase, three phase, and DC circuits
  • Knowledge of power system equipment, applicable standards, and high voltage and high current testing is a plus
  • Experience working in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 is a plus
  • Basic understanding of continuous improvement techniques; experience with workplace organization
  • Physically fit: ability to move/lift/rearrange heavy items up to 50 lb; standing for extended period, crouching, kneeling etc.
  • General experience operating hand tools, drill press, saw, grinder, hydraulic pumps etc.
  • Ability to work effectively both alone and in teams
  • Must be self-motivated, and have strong prioritizing and time management skills
  • Ability to travel and flexibility to meet tight deadlines
  • Strong written (technical and non-technical) and verbal communication skills
  • Strong customer service orientation

Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.



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