POSITION MANDATE

Provides automation and control support covering, but not limited to, system design and optimization, process control and industrial programming, control system commissioning, control panel fabrication, maintenance and calibration, remote support and troubleshooting. Mentors team members. Investigates and solves technical problems. Provides technical direction in support of project installation activities. Reviews processes and determines the optimum process for each client application.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Technical

· Coordinates assigned electrical and automation commissioning efforts.

· Ensures accuracy of installation (code, design, testing, etc.) prior to bringing the system online.

· Prepares formal documentation regarding testing and commissioning processes.

· Provides field support including connecting systems and equipment, testing, etc.

· Supports the electrical and instrumentation aspects of projects by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and solving technical problems.

· Provides technical consultation and training to customers.

Maintenance

· Maintains customers’ systems and plants to ensure smooth operation.

· Assists the onsite crew in addressing problems and troubleshooting; oversees corrections/solutions until the problem is resolved.

· Acts as an experienced resource for control systems and automation.

· Performs onsite tests and assessments using available tools; resolves identified issues by determining best solution and resources.

Engineering

· Designs and procures system solutions based on customer requests.

· Keeps customers informed on innovative technologies as well as technological and industry best practice opportunities that may contribute to their operations.

· Researches and identifies expansion or additions to current system to enhance customers automation processes.

Departmental Support

· Ensures work is completed in a safe manner.

· Communicates with clients, suppliers and customer employees, co-workers including reports, quotes, emails, etc.

· Sells, promotes, and completes core TPS services.

· Promotes on the job safety on all occasions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The position requires an Instrumentation Engineering Technology diploma or Engineering Degree and 3 to 5 years of experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

· Presented problems (e.g. process improvements, machine works optimally) are addressed effectively and documented where appropriate.

· The quality of work, decisions made and documentation submitted reflects the incumbent’s specialist qualifications.

· Peer reviews (e.g. manager review of the work) confirm expectations are met.

· Customers’ feedback on projects and the incumbent is positive.

· Assigned projects or work assignments are delivered on time and on budget.

· Resources are efficiently utilized.

· The quality of the delivered work meets expectations.

· Issues of concern or importance are communicated to the Manager in a timely manner.

· Suggestions for technical solutions and/or project management improvements support the achievement of project outcomes.

· Compliance with relevant policies, procedures, standards and practices, legislation and codes meet expectations.