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Highlights of the Job

EPCOR Water Services is excited to announce an opportunity for a full-time, permanent Control Systems Engineer to join our Customer Operations team. This role is based at our Gold Bar Wastewater Treatment Plant in Edmonton.

As a Control Systems Engineer, you’ll play a key role in the design and implementation of control systems that keep our operations running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

• Estimation and design of control systems
• Conducting design reviews and procurement
• Coordinating projects to ensure successful outcomes

You’ll work on projects with timelines ranging from 3 to 12 months, making a real impact on the reliability and efficiency of our systems.

We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates. EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their @epcor.com email address.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

As a Control Systems Engineer, reporting to the Manager, Instrument and Control, CAE, you will:

• Provide Strategic Input
  • Contribute to control plans and directions, ensuring alignment with EPCOR Water Services (EWS) and Control Systems strategy.
  • Foster strong relationships within the Controls and Automation Engineering (CAE) team and across EWS.
• Plan and Deliver Projects
  • Develop and implement deliverables within 3–12 month timelines aligned with the CAE business plan.
  • Identify and manage budget requirements for control systems projects.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet customer requirements.
• Engineering and Technical Expertise
  • Provide engineering and technical services for process control systems in compliance with internal and external standards.
  • Design and implement new control systems, including:
    • Project and equipment specifications
    • Procurement
    • System programming design
    • Engineering drawings and control narratives
    • Alarm strategy development
    • Testing and commissioning
• Compliance and Risk Management
  • Develop and review control system processes to ensure compliance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support process safety programs such as PHAs, PSSRs, MOC, and commissioning activities for safe integration of new and modified systems.
• Promote Safety
  • Champion a zero-injury culture through hazard assessments, safe-work plans, worksite inspections, PPE compliance, and reporting near-misses.
• Drive Innovation
  • Present process control solutions at Management of Change committee meetings.
  • Support initiatives in Advanced Control, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML) to enhance operational efficiency and innovation.

What’s Required to Be Successful

We’re looking for a professional who brings a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a passion for innovation. To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Education & Certification
  • An Engineering degree in Electrical, Computer, or Chemical disciplines from a recognized institution.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or equivalent from an accredited authority.
• Experience
  • 7–10 years of progressive engineering experience with a strong focus on technical execution and project delivery.
  • Proven ability to plan, develop, and execute complex engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Technical Skills
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++ for engineering solutions.
  • Strong understanding of control system architecture, components, and configuration methodologies.
  • Experience creating and maintaining control system schematics using AutoCAD.
  • Skilled in drafting clear, accurate technical documentation for engineering deliverables.
  • Ability to review and authenticate technical drawings and work products in compliance with APEGA standards.
  • Familiarity with Power BI for designing dashboards and generating reports.
  • Solid knowledge of relational databases and process historians for data acquisition and analysis.

Other important facts about this job

• This is a full-time, professional-level position, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• The role is eligible for EPCOR’s Employee Referral Reward Program, which offers a $1,000 reward for successful referrals.

Referral Program Guidelines

To qualify for the referral reward:

• The referred candidate must mention the referring employee’s name at the time of application.
• The referral must be documented during the recruitment process and prior to the candidate being hired.

Flexibility at Work: The Where We Work Program

• At EPCOR, we recognize that every team member brings unique perspectives, needs, and working styles. We believe that embracing this diversity makes EPCOR a great place to work.
• Our Where We Work Program is designed to support a more flexible, inclusive, and rewarding work environment. It empowers employees to work in ways that best suit their individual needs while supporting team collaboration and performance.
• For this role, the successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the hybrid Where We Work Program after completing 3 to 6 months in the position and meeting the program’s eligibility criteria.

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.
• Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.