Regional Automation Engineer
Job Location:
Mississauga - Canada
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Job Summary
Hydro Extrusions is a global leader in aluminum extrusion with approximately 100 production sites across 40 countries and more than 20000 employees. Through our unique combination of local expertise global reach and unmatched research and development capabilities we provide solutions ranging from standard profiles to advanced developments and manufacturing processes for most industries. Since 1905 Hydro has transformed natural resources into valuable products for businesses and communities while providing a safe and positive working environment for more than 30000 people across more than 140 locations.
- Medical Rx Dental Disability Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Canada (The successful candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of one of Hydros Canadian facilities.)
This is a regional onsite position requiring 50% to 75% travel.
$115632 $128351 CAD per year depending on experience.
Reporting to the Regional Engineering leadership Canada and Monett (currently under the interim supervision of the Regional Operations Director) this position works with multiple manufacturing facilities to analyze develop and implement strategic automation and mechanization initiatives.
The position also provides technical support to manufacturing operations by evaluating the performance and maintainability of automation systems while managing modifications to existing control systems.
- Coordinate projects in accordance with regional management policies principles and procedures.
- Collaborate with plant teams and corporate resources to develop effective automation solutions.
- Train local teams on automation systems and programmable logic controller (PLC) programming.
- Use design and visualization tools to develop and present automation solutions.
- Prepare project budgets cost estimates and business cases.
- Design select install commission and qualify automation equipment and systems.
- Analyze manufacturing process issues recommend improvements and troubleshoot industrial control systems and industrial networks.
- Develop and maintain technical specifications and standard operating procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum of five (5) years of industrial automation experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience with PLC programming Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) industrial control networks and database management.
- Valid drivers license and willingness to travel frequently.
- Full proficiency in English spoken and written is required. French is an asset but not required.
- Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary engineering projects.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix FactoryTalk RSView Wonderware and ThinkNDo.
- Knowledge of SCADA systems Batch applications OSI PI Historian SQL and Visual Basic.
- Knowledge of Ethernet/IP ControlNet DeviceNet and Allen-Bradley Remote I/O networks.
- Knowledge of hydraulic pneumatic and combustion control systems.
- Experience with commissioning Installation Qualification (IQ) and Operational Qualification (OQ).
- Commitment to health and safety quality customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.
- Ability to read interpret and follow work procedures and safety instructions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Hydro North America is committed to equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the position without regard to race sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin ancestry age disability veteran status marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Hydro Recruitment Team at .
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We have 33,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries.
