Staff Controls Engineer- Ingénieur contrôleur ou ingénieure contrôleuse interne (Calgary/Montreal)

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Job Summary

The Staff Controls Engineer is a seasoned professional that performs system maintenance and support. Leads projects with well defined and a finite scope using internal and external resources. Assists with development of policies and procedures. Effectively interacts with other internal and external teams, including the design engineering, site engineering, regional operations teams, onsite support vendors and consultants on projects, policies and procedures within a diverse scope. Mentors junior engineers.

Please Note: This position may be based in either Montreal or Calgary. Bilingualism (French and English) is a requirement for individuals hired into the Montreal location. Candidates hired into the Calgary location are required to be proficient in English only.

Responsibilities

System Operation and Work Practices

• Expert operating knowledge of control systems to include advanced diagnostics and repairs

• Ability to apply knowledge of Equinix process and procedure and industry standards to resolve diverse issues

• Utilizes safe working practices at an expert level (e.g. can apply procedure for lockout/tagout, can explain MSDS, etc.)

• Evaluates and assures the safe working practices of others

• Interacts with other engineering disciplines

Problem Solving

• Consistently solves diverse, cross-functional issues requiring action and a high degree of initiative to resolve

• Implements and makes recommendations for system level enhancements to eliminate potential problems

• Tests suitability of components for deployments

Internal/External Contact

• Supports in mentoring junior team members

• Supports in directing internal and external project team members

• Assists in directing teams per project or initiatives such General Contractors, design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, etc.

• Expert level communication to include cross functional SOP development and relevant technical writing

• Interactions are primarily to exchange information between departments within the organization

• May include executive level communications in standardized templates

Technical Expertise

• Has a full thorough understanding of typical  electrical, fire protection, and HVAC system operation including typical optimization strategies and typical deficiencies

• Has expert controls system knowledge, typically confined to a few brands of system

• Is a subject matter expert to others in the group

• Participates by presenting at internal and/or external engineering seminars/conferences

Training

• Acquires knowledge by expanding experience with systems, vendor training and shadowing others

• Is SME with some systems and trains others inside and outside of the group

Develop Policy/Methods

• Participates in review of policy and procedure documents

Assess Adherence to Policy

• Assures adherence to developed standards and policy through review of documentation, participation in commissioning activities and Data Center physicals

Qualifications

• Typically 5+ years in control system design, operations, maintenance, and project planning with a emphasis and special focus on controls preferred

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or related discipline (preferred)

• Experience in highly automated environments (automotive, semiconductors, high‑volume manufacturing), Data Center Technical Engineering and Operations support is preferred

• Knowledge of electrical, HVAC controls, and fire protection systems

• Ability to lead complex system troubleshooting, upgrades, commissioning, and vendor evaluations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French required for Montreal candidates only

This posting is a new position within our organization.

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Résumé du poste

L’ingénieur contrôleur ou ingénieure contrôleuse interne est un professionnel ou une professionnelle d’expérience qui veille à l’entretien et au soutien des systèmes. La personne titulaire du poste dirige des projets bien définis et limités en ayant recours à des ressources internes et externes. Elle contribue au développement de politiques et de procédures, en plus d’interagir efficacement avec des équipes internes et externes, dont les responsables de la conception technique, de l’ingénierie sur place et des opérations locales, les fournisseurs de services d’assistance sur place, et les consultants travaillant sur les projets, politiques et procédures selon des mandats variés. Cette personne accompagne aussi des ingénieurs et ingénieures en début de carrière.

Responsabilités

Fonctionnement des systèmes et pratiques de travail

• Détenir des connaissances expertes opérationnelles des systèmes de contrôle, y compris pour réaliser des diagnostics avancés et des réparations

• Savoir utiliser ses connaissances des processus et procédures d’Equinix et des normes de l’industrie pour résoudre diverses difficultés

• Utiliser des pratiques de travail sécuritaires de niveau expert (p. ex. sait appliquer une procédure de verrouillage et d’étiquetage, sait expliquer les fiches de données de sécurité)

• Évaluer et s’assurer de l’utilisation de pratiques de travail sécuritaires par les autres

• Interagir avec d’autres disciplines d’ingénierie

Résolution de problèmes

• Résoudre, sur une base continue, divers problèmes transversaux, en posant des gestes concrets et en faisant preuve d’une grande initiative de résolution

• Faire des recommandations et les mettre en pratique pour des améliorations à l’échelle systémique afin d’éviter des problèmes potentiels

• Tester les composants aux fins de déploiements

Contact avec équipes internes et externes

• Soutenir l’accompagnement des membres d’équipe moins expérimentés

• Soutenir la direction des membres d’équipes de projet internes et externes

• Contribuer à la direction d’équipes par projet ou initiative, p. ex. des entrepreneurs généraux, les équipes de conception, les agents de mise en service, les fournisseurs d’équipement

• Entretenir des communications de niveau expert, y compris pour le développement transversal de procédures opérationnelles normalisées et la rédaction de document technique pertinent

• Assurer des communications principalement pour échanger de l’information entre les différentes divisions au sein de l’organisation

• Possiblement, communiquer avec la direction en utilisant des modèles standardisés

Expertise technique

• Avoir une excellente compréhension du fonctionnement typique des systèmes électriques, de protection contre les incendies et CVC, y compris les stratégies d’optimisation et les déficiences typiques

• Avoir des connaissances expertes des systèmes de contrôle, habituellement de certaines marques de systèmes

• Agir comme expert pour les autres membres du groupe

• Participer à des séminaires et conférences internes ou externes, et faire des présentations

Formation

• Acquérir des connaissances en allant chercher de l’expérience avec de nouveaux systèmes, lors de formations offertes par les fournisseurs et en accompagnant les autres

• Agir comme expert pour certains systèmes et former d’autres personnes membres ou non du groupe

Développement de politiques et de méthodes

• Participer à la révision de politiques et de procédures

Conformité aux politiques

• S’assurer du respect des normes et politiques mises en place moyennant une révision de la documentation, la participation à des activités de mise en service et à l’examen physique de centres de données

Qualifications

• Habituellement au moins cinq (5) ans en conception, fonctionnement, entretien et planification de systèmes de contrôle; spécialisation en contrôles préférée

• Baccalauréat en génie électrique, contrôles ou mécatronique, ou dans une discipline connexe (de préférence)

• Excellentes compétences en communication orale et écrite,  en français et en anglais

Cette affiche est pour un poste nouvellement créé au sein de notre organisation.

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

Canada : 81,000 - 121,000 CAD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program : An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

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This posting is a new position within our organization.