Senior Control Systems Specialist

CDN is a recognized industry leader in the energy services sector. CDN is a full-service provider with expertise in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance, renewables/solar, major projects, combustion & emissions reduction, and measurement.

• Role: Senior Control Systems Specialist
• Location: Calgary or Grande Prairie
• Shift: Varies based on project
• Overtime: Project based
• Pre-Employment Condition: Pre-employment D&A test required

Responsibilities:

• Compressor Station, and Processing Facility Control System Design.
• Software Development of PLC and DCS systems.
• On site commissioning and startup assistance of new facilities.
• Development of Controls and Automation Equipment Standards & Specifications.
• Perform complex technical tasks related to control and automation systems.
• Backups of PLC/HMI program “As found" and Modified files are extremely important.
• Ascertain a clear scope of work from direct supervisor or client.
• Perform FAT testing on hardware and software prior to implementation.
• Maintain and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders (employees, managers, owners, and clients)
• Ensure changes that affect the control or the shutdown of operation for a location has approval in writing by an authorized representative prior to the changes being applied. Management of Change (MOC) documentation should be provided.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose hardware and wiring issues.
• Deal with a variety of voltages, help of an electrician is common practice.
• Work with pressures in the operation of process equipment.
• Comply with the standards and safety procedures of the Health & Safety Manual including the use of special PPE where required.
• All other duties as assigned.

• University degree, college diploma, formal certification in Automation and Robotics or related field and typically 10 or more years of hands-on automation experience in the Oil & Gas industry; or combination of formal education and experience.
• Must hold all valid safety tickets required under the Health and Safety program.
• Optional certificates: Electrical/Electronic or Instrument Certification.
• Experience with control and automation system design of oil and gas facilities.
• Experience with control and automation systems with high level of experience with Allen Bradley PLC systems, RS Logix and numerous software’s.
• Experience with and knowledge of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Safety Integrity Level (SIL) applications.
• Possess the ability to execute control system integration on multiple complex projects with a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Understand complex controls systems and be able to identify potential areas of improvement.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, with experience in Microsoft Projects.
• Valid class 5 with a clean Drivers Abstract.
• Current safety tickets required: H2S, First Aid Level C CPR & AED, CSO.
• Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Our employment benefits include

• Belonging to a strong, motivating team.
• On-the-job training and a commitment to mentorship from invested, industry-leading professionals.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and RRSP-matching program.
• Generous vacation
• Opportunities for advancement.

At CDN, our employees are united by our four core values:

• Character.
• Connection.
• Drive.
• Growth.

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CDN is an equal opportunity employer and aims to be an employer of choice dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a safe and respectful environment where everyone can succeed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected factors.