Automation Engineer CEP (Relocation in Sept-Îles) (Sept-Iles)

Position Overview

Type of position: Regular Your future role on our team to pursue project and clientdevelopment in the Sept-les region, BBA wants to bolster its local expertise in automation, instrumentation and control.

Working closely with our offices in Labrador City, Montral and Mont-Saint-Hilaire, this team is actively involved in developing the Sept-les region and in executing various projects in the mining and metals, and energy sectors.

As part of this small, collaborative team, where proximity with colleagues is a priority, you'll benefit from BBA's network of recognized experts to support you in your mandates and your career development.

What's more, you'll have the opportunity to get actively involved on client sites. BBA in Sept-les is all this... and more! Sept-les offers a rich social and community life, as well as a host of sports and outdoor activities such as snowmobiling, camping, fishing and water sports, all with access to kilometres of beautiful beaches.

It's an excellent opportunity to get away from the big cities while still having access to the services and amenities of a dynamic city of over 25,000 inhabitants.

As such, the firm is looking for someone to fill the position of Automation Engineer or a candidate to the engineering profession (CEP).

Since the office is strategically located close to our clients, you'll have several opportunities to perform site surveys, provide technical assistance to local clients, participate in commissioning new equipment and systems, and work on projects of all sizes.

Additionally, you'll benefit from BBA's network of recognized experts with the opportunity to quickly assume increased responsibilities within our projects.

Responsibilities

With us, you'll get the opportunity to:

• Develop and maintain sustainable relationships with clients
• Listen to and meet high client expectations
• Help define the scope of projects and proposals
• Allocate tasks to technicians and drafters assigned to the project, review their work and assess the technical scope
• Be involved in commissioning
• Technical Prepare plans and specifications as well as detailed engineering deliverables (P&IDs, layout drawings, I/O loop and motor control diagrams, lists of cables and instruments, installation details)
• Draft reports, plans and specifications, construction and purchasing estimates and calls for tender
• Prepare technical data sheets and select instruments (flow, pressure, level) and control valves
• Provide technical assistance during construction work (electrical/instrumentation)
• Perform inspections or technical surveys
• Help with programming PLCs, DCSs and operator interfaces
• Client service Interact with clients and provide technical support to the team in charge of business development
• Establish and maintain contact with clients
• Define client needs and identify new needs during projects
• Participate in commercial and technical proposal preparation

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in automated production engineering, electrical engineering or other relevant training
• Three or fewer years of relevant experience
• Member of a Canadian professional engineering association
• Experience in design, instrumentation and control
• Experience in programming control systems (SCADA, PLC, DCS)
• Available to travel to and from our BBA offices in the Greater Montral area
• Available for short- and long-term work assignments at client locations or sites

Preferred Assets

• Bilingual (English and French), both spoken and written
• Interest or relevant experience in automation and instrumentation, or participation in detailed engineering of a mining project in the energy sector
• Knowledge of ABBs 800xA control platform

Benefits

• Annual base salary
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Access to a time bank
• Onsite mobility premium
• Cellphone Program
• Group insurance plan starting day one including short-term and long-term disability insurance for regular employees
• Retirement saving plan for regular employees
• Vacation and sick leave
• Premium offered through the Employee Referral program
• Access to many experts and coaching
• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• Custom training and development plans
• A vibrant social club with something for everyone
• A caring environment where everyone's ideas are listened to and where there's no sense of hierarchy
• Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces

About BBA

For over 40 years, we've been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution. BBA is one of Canada's leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 18 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrows industry at the local, national and international levels. Our peoples passion and excellence make BBA a Canada's Best Employer and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. We have unique talents, and were committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself.

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