Jobs in Waterloo, ON and nearby

Jobs within 25 km of Waterloo, ON, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

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Employers hiring include Loblaw Companies Limited (215 listings), Linamar Corporation (198 listings), Shoppers Drug Mart (144 listings).

Common roles: Retail sales associate, Software engineer, Customer service representative.

1,245 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

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Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	23.85	652
CAD / year	75,000.00	478
USD / hour	22.75	27
USD / year	80,500.00	20

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 18% hybrid, 82% on-site, 0% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

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Propak

Automation Engineer

Cambridge, ON, N1R 7P5, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems within the power generation, process steam, oil and gas, petrochemical, or related industries;
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 16, 2026

Original job description

The Automation Engineer is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and commissioning of automation and control systems for Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs) and Once Through Steam Generators (OTSGs). This role supports all phases of a project by developing control system documentation, coordinating automation activities, and ensuring control systems meet project specifications, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards.

The Automation Engineer works closely with engineering, drafting, project management, procurement, manufacturing, and customers to deliver reliable and effective automation solutions. This position also provides commissioning support, performance testing, troubleshooting, and technical assistance for the installed fleet while identifying opportunities to improve system performance, standardization, and operational efficiency. This position reports to the Assistant GM.

Key Responsibilities:

Develops PLC and DCS control strategies and programming for HRSG and OTSG equipment;
Develops, reviews, and maintains control system documentation including P&IDs, electrical schematics, logic diagrams, control narratives, Cause and Effect matrices, alarm and trip documentation, and critical settings;
Develops and maintains automation standards, engineering templates, and control system best practices;
Coordinates automation activities throughout all phases of project execution;
Ensures control system designs comply with project specifications, contract requirements, applicable codes, and company standards;
Participates in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Hardware Acceptance Tests (HAT), and Control Acceptance Tests (CAT), including loop, logic, and HMI verification;
Performs commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and performance testing activities for HRSG and OTSG equipment at customer sites;
Provides ongoing technical support and operational troubleshooting for installed equipment;
Collaborates with engineering, drafting, project management, manufacturing, and customers to resolve technical issues and support project execution;
Develops control system architecture and supports integration with plant equipment and third-party systems;
Identifies opportunities to improve automation system performance, reliability, and operational efficiency;
Provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineering personnel as required;
Travels domestically and internationally to support commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and customer service activities;
Performs other engineering and field services duties as requested.

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Process, or Chemical Engineering or Engineering Technology. Equivalent experience in lieu of education will be considered.
Eng., CET, C.Tech., or equivalent professional designation is preferred.
Professional registration or eligibility for registration is an asset.
Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems within the power generation, process steam, oil and gas, petrochemical, or related industries;
Experience developing, reviewing, and modifying control documentation including P&IDs, electrical schematics, logic diagrams, Cause and Effect matrices, alarm and trip documentation, and control philosophies;
Experience with PLC and DCS programming, configuration, integration, and commissioning;
Experience commissioning, troubleshooting, start-up, and performance testing industrial process equipment;
Experience conducting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Hardware Acceptance Tests (HAT), and Control Acceptance Tests (CAT);
Experience with steam generation, combined cycle power plants, process plants, or gas processing facilities is preferred;
Previous EPC or EPCM experience is an asset;
Previous fabrication or manufacturing experience is an asset.

Interested candidates should apply via IST’s job board at https://otsg.com/careers/.

Innovative Steam Technologies thanks all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No Phone Calls Please

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Responsibilities

The Automation Engineer designs, develops, and commissions control systems for steam generation equipment while coordinating project activities across various departments. They also provide technical support, perform system testing, and identify opportunities for operational efficiency improvements.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant engineering field and possess at least 5 years of experience in industrial automation. Proficiency in PLC/DCS programming and control documentation is essential, along with the ability to travel for site-based commissioning.

Skills

PLC Programming
DCS Programming
Control System Design
Commissioning
Troubleshooting
P&ID Development
Electrical Schematics
Logic Diagrams
Cause and Effect Matrices
HMI Verification
Performance Testing
Technical Leadership
System Integration
Automation Standards
Project Execution

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Keywords

Automation Engineer
PLC
DCS
HRSG
OTSG
P&ID
Control Systems
Commissioning
Factory Acceptance Test
Site Acceptance Test
Instrumentation
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Process Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Power Generation
Petrochemical
System Integration
HMI
Technical Support
Engineering Templates
Control Narratives
Alarm and Trip Documentation
Combined Cycle Power Plants
EPC
EPCM
Manufacturing
Field Services
Troubleshooting
Performance Testing

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