Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

The Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer is responsible for the design review implementation commissioning troubleshooting and continuous improvement of electrical instrumentation and automation systems. The role supports projects from concept through commissioning by developing specifications reviewing supplier deliverables generating engineering documentation supporting procurement activities and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and quality requirements.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial control systems PLCs HMI/SCADA platforms motor control systems instrumentation electrical panels and process automation within manufacturing or process industries.

About Us

TGI is part of a global organization that supplies advanced technologies products and services to the metal and mining industries. As a world leader in providing advanced process control technologies TGI focuses on improving energy efficiency in combustion intensive processes by using its proprietary extractive & optical sensor technology developed in co-operation with its strategic partners.

Responsibilities:

Electrical Engineering:

• Create modify and maintain electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical
• Review and define electrical requirements for projects and plant modifications.
• Develop basic electrical specifications for equipment suppliers and contractors.
• Generate and maintain:
  • Motor Lists
  • Instrument Lists
  • I/O Lists
  • Cable Schedules
  • Equipment Datasheets
• Review electrical single-line diagrams control schematics panel layouts and wiring drawings.
• Perform electrical design reviews and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Support power distribution motor control VFD MCC and control panel design activities.

Instrumentation & Controls:

• Develop and maintain Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Specify and select instrumentation including:
  • Flow meters
  • Pressure transmitters
  • Temperature instruments
  • Level instruments
  • Control valves
• Review instrumentation installation drawings and loop diagrams.
• Develop and maintain instrumentation databases and documentation.
• Support calibration commissioning and validation activities.

Automation & PLC Systems:

• Develop test troubleshoot and modify PLC programs.
• Configure and test PLC hardware and I/O systems.
• Create and maintain PLC documentation.
• Conduct FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing).
• Troubleshoot automation and process control issues.
• Support system upgrades and modernization projects.

HMI / SCADA Development:

• Configure test and troubleshoot HMI and SCADA systems.
• Modify and improve HMI screens alarms trends and operator interfaces.
• Support commissioning and optimization of automation systems.
• Maintain system backups and version control documentation.

Supplier & Project Support:

• Prepare technical specifications and scope documents for suppliers.
• Review supplier quotations and technical submissions.
• Review vendor drawings datasheets and documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Support project execution from design through commissioning.

Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC):

• Review electrical and instrumentation installations for compliance with project requirements.
• Conduct inspections and verify workmanship standards.
• Support commissioning and startup activities.
• Ensure all project documentation is accurate complete and properly maintained.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance Support:

• Troubleshoot electrical panels instrumentation PLCs HMIs VFDs and control systems.
• Provide root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations.
• Support maintenance teams during equipment failures and plant shutdowns.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability and performance.

Position Specific Abilities:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Automation Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (.) designation is considered an asset.
• 5 years of experience in industrial electrical instrumentation and automation systems.
• Experience in manufacturing process industries water/wastewater food & beverage mining or chemical processing environments preferred.
• Experience managing projects from design through commissioning is an asset.
• Siemens PLC platforms (S7-1200 S7-1500 TIA Portal)
• Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix
• Industrial Ethernet communications
• Modbus TCP/IP
• Profinet
• Ethernet/IP
• ISA and IEC standards
• Machine safety and functional safety systems
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent technical documentation skills
• Ability to review and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong communication and supplier management skills
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams
• Hands-on commissioning and startup experience
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally -Since international travel is a requirement you must have a valid passport and be eligible to gain unlimited entry into foreign countries and continents including USA South America Asia and Europe.

Electrical Systems

• Electrical distribution systems
• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Control panel design and troubleshooting
• Electrical schematics and single-line diagrams

Instrumentation

• Instrument selection and specification
• Loop diagrams and wiring diagrams
• Process instrumentation
• P&ID development and review

Automation & Controls

• PLC programming and troubleshooting
• I/O configuration and testing
• Industrial networking and communications
• FAT and SAT execution

Software

• AutoCAD Electrical
• Microsoft Office Suite
• PLC Programming Software (Allen Bradley Siemens Schneider or equivalent)

HMI / SCADA

• HMI development and troubleshooting
• SCADA system configuration and testing
• Experience with the following is considered an asset:

• • Panasonic HMI
  • Siemens WinCC
  • WinCC Flexible
  • TIA Portal