Intermediate / Senior Automation and SCADA Engineering Technologist

Company Description

Catch Engineering, an EPCM firm, is a leader in the energy, utility, and emerging technology sectors, known for its innovative and collaborative approach to engineering. With a mission to provide sustainable and integrated solutions, we support partners through every phase of their project lifecycle. Our expertise in technical and forward-thinking solutions helps us tackle industry challenges, creating opportunities for transformational impacts. Rooted in diversity, innovation, and shared goals, we aim to build a legacy of success and lasting partnerships throughout North America.

Role

The Automation and SCADA Engineering / Technologist will be experienced with both factory and process automation systems as well as safety systems including design, testing, trouble-shooting, and support efforts within the Oil and Gas industry.  This position will have overall responsibility for the delivery of the automation scope associated with related project efforts within our Instrumentation and Controls Team in order to meet the expectations of the project, schedule and customer.

The Automation Engineering / Technologist will function both independently engaging on various controls related design and support efforts as well as working as part of a comprehensive team working with other technical staff, Project Managers and customers. This role will require a strong understanding of and experience in design, configuration and troubleshooting of various PLC / HMI, DCS and SCADA platforms.

The individual within this role will be able to adapt to various situations quickly while maintaining the highest level of professionalism. The individual will possess strong trouble shooting abilities and be able to formulate comprehensive strategies for resolving design challenges presented.

Areas of Accountability

The Automation Engineering / Technologist will be responsible for:

• Management of project scope, schedule and project budget on various engagement efforts.
• Preparation of Functional Design Requirements, Detailed Design Specifications, Control Narratives and Software Test Plans.
• Delivery of accurate and thorough designs that will meet industry standards and specifications, and meet good engineering practice with excellent constructability.
• Participation in P&ID, HAZOP and other design reviews and studies.
• Configuration and programming of PLC, HMI/SCADA equipment including Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, legacy PLC’s), SCADAPAK, Cygnet, GE, etc.
• Development of control strategies and shutdown keys.
• Assistance in Alarm Management and Rationalization reviews
• Development and maintenance of databases for control, measurement and historical processes
• Engagement in site troubleshooting activities, testing (FAT, SAT) and commissioning as well as attend site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of a project.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with internal teams, customers and support organizations.
• Establishment of best practices and approach to project challenges within the Automation Team.

Qualification Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelors in Engineering or a Diploma in Technology in a related field.
• 7 - 10+ years of experience in real-time control systems programming.
• Design and programming experience with various industry PLC platforms including Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, GuardLogix or CompactLogix PLCs or Modicon ProWORX NxT as well as SCADA platforms such as Cygnet or OASYS.
• Technical experience in the design, configuration and installation of DCS platforms including Emerson Delta V, Honeywell Expereion, ABB 800xA, Yokogawa DCS.
• HMI Development experience in one or more of the following applications: Wonderware; Factory Talk View SE; Citect SCADA; Cygnet.
• Working knowledge of communication protocols and networking applications such as ControlNet, Ethernet IP, Modbus RTU / TCP.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems and interfacing.
• Proficient in the use of standard Microsoft office packages. Preference for knowledge in Microsoft Access, VBScript and SQL Server packages.
• Strong command of the English language (both written and verbal).
• Ability to develop and maintain strong personal relationships.
• Working knowledge of the Oil & Gas and Electrical Utility marketplace.
• Effective organization and team coordination skills
• Ability to travel throughout Western Canada (Travel requirement of 10 – 20% yearly).