Senior Controls Engineer

Description

Reporting to the Director, Engineering & Maintenance, the Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for planning, designing, developing, executing and overseeing electrical or mechanical control systems, equipment and machinery. They will examine plant processes and design/implement changes that improve the processes to increase efficiency and productivity. They will provide technical support of PLC based hardware and software and utilize electronic theories and principles to troubleshoot and solve problems. The successful candidate will draw on their extensive experience and background to guide and mentor other members of the engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and technical support to operations, maintenance and engineering, including troubleshooting, programming, component specification, etc.
• Project management including designing, estimating, purchasing, installation, commissioning, budget control, and all project communications.
• Research component upgrades and make recommendations.
• Design of new control systems and/or modification to existing systems. Ensure all documentation is up to date.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Experience, Skills, Abilities):

• 10 years working in a medium to large industrial manufacturing environment in an electrical/controls engineering role, preferably in the automotive industry, with experience leading and guiding junior members of the engineering department.
• proven project management experience is required, including capital projects.
• proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical
• proficiency in PLC. HMI, VFD programming (Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, etc.).
• knowledge on the SCADA System
• Proficient in Safety PLC programming.
• Knowledge and experience in Risk Assessment for safety projects.
• Proficient in Keyence, Cognex or any other Open-Source vision systems.
• Proven experience in data communications concepts and industrial networking solutions like Ethernet IP, Device Net, FTP, TCP/IP, Profinet, Profibus, etc.
• Possess a strong mix of theoretical and hands on skills.
• Experience in batch weight, web handling processes a definite asset and advantage.
• Arc Flash and electrical work safety training.
• Knowledge of electrical code.
• Experience implementing safeguarding devices.
• Experience managing skilled trades and contractors in a unionized setting, preferred.
• Solid experience with MS Office suite of applications.
• Knowledge of Substation, single line diagram and transformers
• Superior communication skills
• Strong sense of urgency
• Collaborative, team-based approach
• Coach and mentor with willingness to share experiences and the ability to develop others
• Innovative, creative problem solver
• Results-oriented, drive for success
• Comfortable representing CGT externally
• Strong presentation skills

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Education

• Post-secondary education in Electrical/Controls Engineering or equivalent
• P. Eng designation

Working Conditions:

• Position requires work in office and plant environments. Occasional visits to customer sites, job sites, and other production facilities.
• Standard 40-hr work week, but additionally may be required to work evenings, and weekends to accommodate business requirements including on an on-call basis when necessary.
• Domestic and International travel may be required – must have valid passport and the ability to freely travel across international borders.
• Exposure to powders, plasticizers, solvents such as MEK, etc. in a Chemical Plant environment
• Standing, sitting, walking, some minor lifting/carrying of product samples
• Use of PPE in production environments

Benefits of working at CGT

• Individual compensation is commensurate with skill set, relevant experience and education.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including dental, vision, and paramedical coverage
• RRSP matching program for long-term financial security
• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Established company with over 30 years of industry leadership

About CGT

Since 1869, CGT has been one of the world’s leading producers of polymeric coated fabrics and films for automotive and industrial applications in the global marketplace.

CGT has its roots in the Victoria Wheel Works which provided wagon wheels for the thriving transportation trade of the time. CGT was a major supplier of coated fabrics during the war years (rain wear) and consumer products (shower curtains, wall coverings and tablecloths). We are proud of our roots and excited about the future as we continue to deliver first-class quality automotive and industrial coated fabrics and films.

Who we are?

CGT is an indispensable partner to the polymer product and coated fabrics industry. Approximately 1200 employees engage and service diverse and unique markets throughout the world: from our global headquarters in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada to our production facilities in China, Texas and France. CGT addresses the global demand for our products which enable greater flexibility in response to the needs of our marketplace worldwide. Through our dynamic proprietary process and creative culture, we deliver timely and innovative solutions that transform the performance, quality, and sensory experience of coverstock surfaces.

What we do?

We formulate custom thermoplastic sheeting using our customized capabilities to finish and combine with world class engineering, design, production, sales, and support. With a flexible operational footprint that enables us to target the highest level of quality and meet the most aggressive timeline.

CGT is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to age, ancestry, colour, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, sex, or sexual orientation. As part of our recruitment process, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and evaluating applicants.

Job applicants requiring disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to communicate any accommodation requirements ([email protected]). Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Human Rights Code applicable to the jurisdictions we operate in.

This position represents a current vacancy within our organization

Only those candidates or referrals having the required skills listed in the posting (Education and Experience) will be considered for an interview.

No Agencies Please.