Industrial Controls System Engineer
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Job Summary
A little about Capital Power
Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated toPowering Change by Changing Power. This north star guides our ambitions focus and actions as we transform our energy system. Were a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton Alberta. Our team safely delivers builds and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America.
Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable affordable and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment and we live by our North Star. With us your contributions matter we want you to be empowered to innovate collaborate and ultimately drive results. Were here to partner with you so you can learn grow and forge a career thats meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!
Your Opportunity
One Permanent Full-Time Position.
Capital Power is currently recruiting for someone who is motivated curious and eager to build expertise in industrial control systems automation and operational technology. The ideal candidate brings a strong sense of ownership enjoys solving technical challenges and works effectively with operations maintenance and engineering teams. They are collaborative proactive and committed to supporting safe reliable and efficient plant operations while continuously developing their technical and professional capabilities.
You will contribute to our team by:
- Provide day-to-day engineering and technical support for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Operational Technology (OT) environments.
- Troubleshoot control systems instrumentation communications and network issues to support safe and reliable plant operations.
- Support and optimize Distributed Control Systems (DCS) PLCs SCADA systems data historians and associated infrastructure.
- Lead and participate in Management of Change (MOC) processes engineering reviews and technical assessments.
- Support sustaining capital projects operational improvement initiatives system upgrades lifecycle replacements firmware updates and configuration changes.
- Partner closely with operations maintenance teams vendors contractors and OEMs to resolve technical issues and execute projects.
- Maintain and improve operational data systems engineering standards procedures and technical documentation.
- Identify and implement opportunities to enhance reliability maintainability cybersecurity and overall operational performance.
- Support industrial cybersecurity activities including patch management monitoring backup and recovery processes.
- Take ownership of assigned work and continuously develop technical and professional capabilities through training mentorship and hands-on experience.
What you will bring to the role:
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or a related discipline.
- Registered Professional Engineer or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in Ontario or eligibility to obtain registration.
- Other educational backgrounds considered based on experience.
Experience:
- 2-4 years of Engineering experience
- Experience in power generation is considered an asset but is not required.
Technical Skills:
Were interested in candidates who have experience coursework or a strong interest in several of the following areas:
- Industrial control and automation systems
- DCS PLC and SCADA technologies
- Instrumentation and process control
- Industrial communications and networking
- Operational data systems and historians
- Windows-based environments and virtualization
- Industrial cybersecurity fundamentals
Dont check every box Thats okay. Were looking for someone with a strong foundation a desire to learn and the drive to grow. Well provide the training mentorship and support needed to develop your skills and advance your career.
Working Conditions:
- Periodic travel (10-20%) to Ontario based facilities will be required.
- Limited travel throughout North America may be required.
Additional Details:
This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
The pay range for this position is $120000 to $131000
As this is a safety sensitive position clearance of a pre-employment drug & alcohol test is required subject to applicable law.
In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification reference checks and criminal record check.
Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!
We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical mental financial and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordable employee benefits retirement savings performance-based bonus incentives and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding training and programs supporting your career development.
Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available
How To Apply and Next Steps
Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at If you choose to submit your resume by any other means we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.
Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats communication support or other accessibility assistance by contacting.
Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills experience and knowledge for each position.
Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Capital Power is a growth-oriented North American power producer headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. The company develops, acquires, owns, and operates power generation facilities using a variety of energy sources.
