The opportunity
Associated Engineering, a proudly Canadian, Employee-owned Company is seeking an experienced and dedicated Technician Programmer to join our team in our
(office location) office. In this role you will work with engineers, technologists, and support staff to provide electrical design, instrumentation/controls design, and programming services on a variety of municipal and industrial projects throughout Canada focused on water and wastewater facilities. You will be active in the delivery of servicing to power and automation systems with instrumentation to monitor medium voltage electrical service, process, metering, primary and secondary switchgear, motor control centres, low voltage electrical distributions systems, lighting, fire alarms, and security systems. You will be integral in the programming and commissioning of the process and mechanical equipment in these facilities to achieve the designed functionality.
What We Offer
- Flexible/hybrid working arrangements, depending on position
- Market competitive salaries, with annual reviews
What You’ll Do
Projects will include water and wastewater treatment plants, water and wastewater pumping stations, greenhouses, mining, and more. You will visit site as required to perform commissioning activities, inspections, and business development. You will also provide support to other members of our team while working on a variety of projects in a collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited, to the following:
- PLC and HMI integration from various manufacturers
- Onsite commissioning of automation, electrical, and process systems
- Inspection of water, wastewater, and other electrical and automation systems
- Preparation of drawings using CAD and related software drawing programs
- Assisting engineers in broad engineering activities and calculations (i.e. lighting, electrical loads, automation system layouts)
- Applying electrical engineering principles and techniques to provide power, controls and automation engineering and design services for a wide variety of industries and clients
- Development of process control narratives
- Project management and leading commissioning activities
- Assisting engineers with construction shop drawing reviews.
- Complying with and working within a COR certified environment
- Performing all duties in accordance with those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act and applicable legislation
- Comprehensive benefits including:
- Health/dental/vision coverage,
- Fitness allowance,
- Employee and family assistance programs
- Mental health supports
- Paid time off so that you can recharge including:
- Generous paid vacation,
- Paid office closure over December holiday break
- Industry leading paid sick time
- Maternity/paternity leave top up program
- Ongoing support for your professional development and growth
- Active Young Professional group
- Formal mentoring programs
- Paid professional development hours
- Capacity building seminars
- Engineer In Training programs
- Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events
- Company-wide social events
- Regular lunch-and-learns Community volunteer opportunities
Does this sound like you?
- An Electrical or Instrumentation Technology diploma or similar applicable program from an accredited technical college
- 5 or more years of experience, gained in an academic or workplace setting
- Basic knowledge of control system design, including process control narratives, P&ID’s, PLC panels, I/O lists, communication networks, I/O wiring diagrams
- Knowledge of basic electrical engineering design, including MCCs, power and lighting panels, single line diagrams, lighting schedules and layouts
- Proficiency in using Autodesk software, including AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and Revit an asset
- Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite products
- Strong written communication skills
- Strong oral communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Results oriented
- Committed team player
- Possess a valid class 5 driver's license
- Available for occasional work occurring out of normal working hours, including overtime
- Available to travel within Canada
About Us
At Associated Engineering, we’re passionate about not only the work we do but the communities we live and work in. Which is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As a carbon neutral company since 2009, we help shape resilient and sustainable communities across Canada.
As a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, we take pride in nurturing a workplace where people thrive. We are an employer of choice providing our people with a supportive, collaborative, engaging and dynamic place to build a career, while bringing inspiration and innovation to our work.
Our Company Culture Is Shaped By
- Growth and development of our employees – chart your career course, whatever stage you are at!
- A broad variety of meaningful work that supports local communities – we are a medium-sized company working on significant projects, helping to shape communities!
- We care, we commit, we create – our promise to both clients and each other!
What’s next?
Ready to make an impact? Join a company that values your ideas, invests in your growth, and empowers you to shape the future. Apply today!
Want more information?
- Check out what a day at Associated Engineering looks like via LinkedIn
- Our Environmental, Social and Governance Report
