Automation Engineer Cep (Relocation in Sept-îles)

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

To pursue project and client development in the Sept-Îles region, BBA wants to bolster its local expertise in automation, instrumentation and control. Working closely with our offices in Labrador City, Montréal and Mont-Saint-Hilaire, this team is actively involved in developing the Sept-Îles 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 professional development. What's more, you'll have the opportunity to get actively involved on client sites.

BBA in Sept-Îles is all this... and more! Sept-Îles 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.

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

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Committed to the firm's success
• Business acumen
• Action-oriented
• Ability to make quality decisions
• Ability to develop the skills of direct collaborators and others
• Independent
• Agile

Summary of certifications and job requirements

• Bachelor's 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 Montréal area
• Available for short- and long-term work assignments at client locations or sites
• Asset: Bilingual (English and French), both spoken and written
• Asset: Interest or relevant experience in automation and instrumentation, or participation in detailed engineering of a mining project in the energy sector
• Asset: Knowledge of ABB's 800xA control platform

With us, you'll get many benefits

• 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 tomorrow's industry at the local, national and international levels. Our people's passion and excellence make BBA a Canada's Best Employer and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.

We have unique talents, and we're committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.
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