Senior Industrial Process and Automation Control Specialist

AWC Solutions

. Lead control system development from control system design through field instrumentation .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeLangley • CanadaSenior💰 CA$113,391 - CA$152,269 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in control system development, including PLC programming, HMI design, and SCADA applications, while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity measures. Proven ability to lead projects, mentor junior staff, and deliver high-quality results in water and wastewater treatment environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PLC ProgrammingControl System DesignSCADA Application DevelopmentCybersecurity ImplementationWater/Wastewater Treatment Experience

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Hard Skills

Control System DevelopmentField InstrumentationMultiple-Loop Control SystemsRoot Cause AnalysisFactory Acceptance TestingStructured Text ProgrammingIndustrial Communications NetworksProcess OptimizationHMI Display Graphics DevelopmentField Service Support

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Problem-Solving SkillsLeadership AbilitiesSelf-MotivationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Rockwell ControlLogixSiemens S7CODESYSFactoryTalk View StudioWinCCSchneider ModiconEcoStruxure PLCVFDsIndustrial Network ComponentsTIA Portal

Certifications & Qualifications

Post-Secondary Education in Automation & Instrumentation

Industry Keywords

Water TreatmentWastewater TreatmentTurnkey Industrial Process PackagesControl NarrativesRATS ListsCause and Effect DiagramsSerial Interface ListsField CommissioningTechnical SupportContinuous Learning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead control system development from control system design through field instrumentation
Procure and evaluate customer user requirement specifications
Evaluate control strategies and suitability to common industrial processes
Evaluate I&C documentation, including Control Narratives, RATS Lists, Cause and Effect Diagrams, and Serial Interface Lists
Design and implement multiple-loop control systems and integrate them with existing systems
Program PLCs and calibrate field devices
Lead initiatives to improve process and systems optimization
Develop HMI display graphics and configurations
Implement and maintain cybersecurity measures for control systems
Develop SCADA/RTU applications with historian, trending, and reporting
Configure and troubleshoot industrial network components
Support internal Factory Acceptance Testing before equipment shipment
Support field commissioning and operations of complete water and wastewater systems
Travel for field support less than 25% of the time
Communicate with engineering, fabrication, CAD, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders to resolve issues
Deliver service to clients and on-site partners
Perform root cause analysis for control system failures and implement corrective actions
Provide remote technical support to clients and site operators
Mentor junior staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience
Experience in water/wastewater treatment plants and turnkey industrial process packages is an asset
Post-secondary education in Automation & Instrumentation
Experience in PLC programming and field service support for multiple programming platforms
Experience with Rockwell ControlLogix / CompactLogix, Siemens S7 using TIA Portal, and CODESYS-based PLC systems preferred
Experience with Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio and Siemens WinCC / TIA Portal preferred
Experience with Schneider Modicon and EcoStruxure PLC and HMI platforms, including Structured Text programming, is an asset
Experience and/or knowledge with SCADA, various VFDs, and industrial communications networks
Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and pride in delivering high quality results
Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Strong planning and organizational skills, including attention to detail
Ability to work independently and within a team
Ability to provide leadership to small project teams
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Interest in continuous learning
Willingness to travel less than 25% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary
Bonus plan
Extended health benefits
Group RRSP program
Employee recognition program
Regular team events
Complimentary snacks and refreshments
Professional development opportunities
Support for further education
Subsidies for fitness and wellness programs