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Quality Systems Specialist
SCIEX
Vaughan, ON
- Full-time
Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, quality assurance, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
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Director, Operations
Winpak
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
Winpak is seeking an accomplished Director, Operations to lead its flagship Winnipeg manufacturing facility. The mandate of the role will be to drive operational excellence, strengthen…
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Buyer
Contract Pharmaceuticals Limited
Mississauga, ON
- $75,000 to $80,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…excipients), packaging components, and consumable items. Purchase engineering, maintenance, shared services, capital equipment, and laboratory supplies as…
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Automation Controls Sr. Analyst /Consultant
Accenture
Calgary, AB · Vancouver, BC · Mississauga, ON · Ottawa, ON · Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Looking to be part of a transformational digital engineering and manufacturing practice? How about an opportunity to help world-class clients solve their biggest challenges and create…
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Environmental Health and Safety Leader
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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President
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Brandt Group of Companies
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- Full-time
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Engineering Manager - Industrial Automation & Power Systems
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Vancouver, BC · Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area
- $170,000 to $190,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…demanding industrial sectors, the organization combines specialized engineering expertise, in-house manufacturing, systems integration, and comprehensive technical services to deliver…
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Firmware Engineer
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- $116,480 to $174,800 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Maintenance Technician I (310T)
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- Full-time
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- Other
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Programmer Scheduler
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Quality Engineer
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Senior Maintenance & Reliability Engineer
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Intermediate Electrical Designer/Engineer
Danaher Corporation
Concord, ON · CAN - Concord - AB Sciex LP
- $90,000 to $103,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Collaborate with the engineering community to generate and validate design concepts and technologies for current and future products.
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Senior Electrical Engineer/Designer
Danaher Corporation
Concord, ON · CAN - Concord - AB Sciex LP
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AltaSteel

Automation Technician

AB, Canada
Edmonton, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 26, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

Reporting to the Director, Maintenance and Engineering, the Automation Technician works as part of a team to maximize equipment utilization, efficiency, and performance, while providing industrial, electrical, and mechanical expertise. The Automation Technician is responsible for maintaining safety, quality, efficiency, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives related to HMI’s, PLC’s, VFD’s, and the data historian within the steelmaking department.

The successful candidate will identify and lead upgrades, and manage the resources required to maintain and improve automation systems, using proven hands-on, advanced mechanical and electrical experience and knowledge.

Responsibilities

Manage HMI’s (Wonderware), PLC’s (Schneider Electric), and VFD’s (ABB), ensuring compliance with all company and legislated safety codes and practices.
Accountable for the reliability and timely repair of critical automation equipment, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
Support daily and long-term automation needs, including timely repairs, execution of down-day plans, and corrective action on equipment failures.
Manage and lead automation-related projects
Develop and maintain automation maintenance systems, procedures, preventive maintenance, and condition-based maintenance programs.
Apply knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated equipment, including 480VAC systems, PLC’s, HMI’s, and VFD’s.
Identify opportunities for improvement and develop initiatives to address them.
Read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and electrical code specifications to support industrial equipment installations.
Collaborate with the Information Technology team to maintain network infrastructure supporting plant automation systems.
Manage control interlock bypasses and ensure their timely restoration.
Mentor team members and enforce safe work practices

Qualifications and Skills

Post-secondary education with an Automation or Electrical focus. Engineering, Engineering Technologist, or demonstrated equivalent competency will be considered.
Automation experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience with low-voltage equipment (480V), VFDs, motors, heat trace, control valves, and instrumentation.
Proficiency with communication protocols such as Profibus, Ethernet/IP, HART, and similar systems.
Hands-on experience with HMI’s (Wonderware), PLC’s (Schneider Electric), and VFD’s (ABB).
Experience with pumps, fans, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other electromechanical systems.
Proficiency using CMMS systems (Dynamics 365, SAP).
Working knowledge of MS Project, Excel, and Word.
Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
Positive, team-oriented attitude.

Job Details

Monday to Friday, 8-hour days (7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
In-town work
Overtime paid at 1.5x
Full-time, permanent opportunity
Competitive benefits and pension packages
Fast-paced work environment
Pre-Employment Criminal Background check and zero tolerance Alcohol & Drug test is required.

This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

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Responsibilities

Maintain and improve automation systems, including Wonderware HMIs, Schneider Electric PLCs, ABB VFDs, and plant automation networks, while ensuring safety, reliability, and timely repairs. Lead automation projects and continuous improvement, maintain preventive and condition-based maintenance programs, manage interlock bypasses, and mentor team members in safe work practices.

Requirements

Post-secondary education focused on automation or electrical systems is required; engineering education or demonstrated equivalent competency is also considered. The role calls for industrial automation experience, hands-on knowledge of 480V equipment, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, communication protocols, electromechanical systems, CMMS tools, and strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Skills

Industrial Automation
HMI Systems
PLC Systems
Variable Frequency Drives
Electrical Systems
Mechanical Systems
Root Cause Analysis
Preventive Maintenance
Condition-Based Maintenance
Electrical Drawings
Industrial Networking
Instrumentation
Hydraulics
Pneumatics
Project Management
CMMS

Benefits

Benefits Package
Pension Package

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Keywords

Wonderware
Schneider Electric
ABB
HMI
PLC
VFD
480VAC
Profibus
Ethernet/IP
HART
Dynamics 365
SAP
MS Project
Excel
Word
Data Historian
Industrial Automation
Electrical Code
Control Valves
Instrumentation
Motors
Heat Trace
Pumps
Fans
Conveyors
Hydraulics
Pneumatics
Root Cause Analysis
Preventive Maintenance
Condition-Based Maintenance

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