Powerhouse Controls Ltd
Posted 2 days agoVerified live 1d ago
Junior Drive Systems Engineer
Brief overview
Remote
UndergradOr in progress
Industrial AutomationDrive SystemsPLC ProgrammingAllen-BradleySiemensHMIIndustrial Communication NetworksElectrical SchematicsAC/DC MotorsVariable Frequency Drives (VFDs)MultimetersOscilloscopesVerbal and Written Communication
About the company
Powerhouse Controls Ltdpowerhouse.ca
AS OUR REPUTATION HAS GROWN, OUR COMPANY HAS EXPANDED. Meeting the challenge of unique and complex assignments makes us better in all our assignments.
Job description
Summary
Powerhouse Controls is a drive and automation systems integration supplier focused on industrial control systems and automation. The Junior Drive Systems Engineer will work with experienced engineers to develop, test, commission, troubleshoot, and support industrial drive and automation systems across projects involving PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, and coordinated drive systems.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and implementation of PLC, HMI, and drive control software
- Participate in system design, testing, and validation activities
- Support factory acceptance testing and system commissioning
- Assist with startup activities at customer sites
- Troubleshoot industrial control systems, drives, and automation equipment
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, technicians, customers, and vendors
- Provide technical support during project execution and service activities
- Ensure project deliverables meet quality and schedule requirements
- Maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
Skills
- Diploma or degree in: • Electrical Engineering Technology • Electrical Engineering • Mechatronics Engineering • Robotics & Automation • Industrial Automation • Or a related technical discipline
- Recent graduate or up to 3 years of relevant experience
- Strong interest in industrial automation and drive systems
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Valid driver's license
- Valid passport or ability to obtain one
- Co-op, internship, or work experience in industrial automation or manufacturing
- Exposure to PLC programming platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar systems
- Familiarity with HMI software and industrial communication networks
- Experience reading electrical schematics
- Knowledge of AC motors, DC motors, and VFDs
- Experience using electrical test equipment such as multimeters or oscilloscopes
Qualifications
Must Haves
- Diploma or degree in: • Electrical Engineering Technology • Electrical Engineering • Mechatronics Engineering • Robotics & Automation • Industrial Automation • Or a related technical discipline
- Recent graduate or up to 3 years of relevant experience
- Strong interest in industrial automation and drive systems
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Valid driver's license
- Valid passport or ability to obtain one
- Co-op, internship, or work experience in industrial automation or manufacturing
- Exposure to PLC programming platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar systems
- Familiarity with HMI software and industrial communication networks
- Experience reading electrical schematics
- Knowledge of AC motors, DC motors, and VFDs
- Experience using electrical test equipment such as multimeters or oscilloscopes
Benefits
- Health/Dental Benefits
- Increased Vacation
- Profit Sharing
- Birthdays off with pay
- Flexible work hours
- Fitness incentive
- Career development
- Social and Team building events
- Charitable donation matching
- RRSP/401K Matching
- AAA/CAA Basic membership coverage
