Trainee Control Automation Engineer Jobs in Maple Ridge, BC

AWC specializes in providing integrated water, wastewater treatment plants and many other specialized industrial packaged solutions. We offer clients advanced in-house engineering & design with 3D modeling, piloting, fabrication and machining, in-house control panel shop, and a full range of field services, allowing us to provide turn-key solutions.
As our company and backlog expands, we are seeking qualified persons in filling an automation technician position in our Controls / Automation Division. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a level of technical experience in industrial control systems, and hands-on experience. 

Main Duties: 

• Supports internal Factory Acceptance Testing prior to equipment shipment to site. 

• Supports field commissioning and operations of complete water and wastewater systems. 

• Field support will require the successful candidate to be willing to travel (less than 10% of their time) 

• Provide remote technical support for clients and site operators. 

• Act as main contact for warranty and technical support 

• Communicates with internal/external key stakeholders (e.g., engineering, fabrication, CAD, consultants, suppliers) to identify and resolve issues pro-actively. 

• Delivers exceptional service to clients and on-site partners (e.g., General Contractors, end users) 

Secondary Duties: 

During periods of low needs for main duties listed above the successful candidate with support the greater automation team with the following: 

• Develop the control system design, from the control system design to field instrumentation. 

• Total procurement of customer user requirement specifications. 

• Evaluating control strategies and suitability to common industrial processes with P&ID 

• Evaluating I&C documentation – Control Narrative, RATS List, Cause and Effect Diagram, Serial Interface Lists. 

• Designing and implementing multiple-loop control systems. 

• PLC programming and calibration of field devices. 

• Develops intuitive HMI display graphics and configurations. 

• Develop intuitive SCADA / RTU applications including historian / trending and reporting.  

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience 

• Experience in water/wastewater treatment plants, as well as a variety of other turnkey industrial process packages will be an asset. 

• Post-secondary education in Automation & Instrumentation 

• Needs to demonstrate experience in PLC programming and field service support. 

• Experience with a variety of PLCs, preferably with Rockwell ControlLogix and CompactLogix. 

• Experience and/or working knowledge with HMIs, preferably FactoryTalk View Studio 

• Experience and/or knowledge with SCADA, various VFDs, industrial communications networks 

• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and pride in delivering high quality results. 

• Excellent communication (verbal & written), interpersonal, and customer service skills. 

• Strong planning and organizational skills, including attention to detail. 

• Ability to work independently and within a team. 
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Benefits

Industry-Leading Compensation
AWC offers competitive, industry-leading compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance. Each role includes a base salary, bonus plan, extended health benefits, and participation in our Group RRSP program.  

Employee Recognition & Team Culture
We believe great work deserves to be celebrated. AWC has a strong employee recognition program that regularly acknowledges individual and team achievements. We also foster a welcoming, social workplace with regular team events and opportunities to connect and have fun together.  

Workplace Amenities
Our staff rooms are fully stocked with complimentary snacks and refreshments, helping keep energy levels high throughout the day.  

Professional & Personal Development
AWC is deeply committed to lifelong learning and growth. We actively support employees in reaching their full potential through professional development opportunities, support for further education, and subsidies for fitness and wellness programs.  

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected will be contacted.