About This Opportunity: Automation Designer/ Specialist, Npd (Montague)
Food Process Solutions is currently seeking a Automation Designer/ Specialist, Npd (Montague) to join their team in Montague.
This position offers an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking to advance their career.
Education Requirements
-
•
No specific education requirements
Required Experience
-
•
CMP (Charlottetown Metal Products)is a dynamic and growing stainless steel equipment manufacturer delivering design, fabrication, and installation services and turn‑key solutions to our food processing customers. As a division ofFPS (Food Process Solutions), we serve customers across Canada, United States of America, and internationally.CMP and FPS strongly believe innovation is the biggest driver of organizational growth, and to that end, have invested quite heavily in our Innovation Center in PEI.At CMP we strive to be one of the best places to work in Atlantic Canada. Culture is everything. We ensure our employees respect each other, respect our clients, and are collaborative in their approach to their daily workflow.You will work alongside and complement our talented team of over 160 engineers, designers, technical sales, and fabricator/welders. You will have an opportunity to grow your knowledge of project management and machinery design and leverage that knowledge to build strength in hygienic design of food processing equipment. CMP and FPS are constantly innovating and contributing to more advanced hygienic designs to exceed client needs. We engineer food safety in everything we do.Position Scope The Automation Designer or Specialist will be primarily responsible for the design, testing, and development of industrial electrical and controls systems for our new products. This role involves collaborating with the mechanical design team, subject matter experts, fabricators, and electricians throughout the entire electrical design process—from conceptualization, detailed design, through testing, analysis, and refinement, to commercialization of our new products. From time to time, the automation designer will also work with our testing team in the testing‑based iteration and development of our recent systems.The ideal candidate will possess a background in electronics and controls, demonstrate a solid understanding of electrical and control principles, and be capable of balancing company cost considerations with customer value. A positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and openness to new ideas and challenges are essential.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain electrical drawings, documentation, and bills of materials for control panels across various new product development projects.Write functional description documents for our new equipment.Develop PLC/HMI programs for various machines.Design power distribution drawings (24 VDC, 120 VAC, 480 VAC, 575 VAC, etc.).Design control system drawings (PLC I/O, instruments, VFDs, motion control, and panel layouts).Collaborate with the testing team on design verification of new equipment builds.Develop network architecture diagrams (e.G., Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.).Generate bills of materials using components from Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Rittal, Hoffman, and others.Provide field installation support and develop cable schedules as needed.Support and participate in control panel Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).Understand and follow FPS Autodesk Vault practices and documentation management procedures.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications & AbilitiesBachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Technologist, or a related discipline.A minimum of 2 years of engineering experience is required. Experience specializing in food processing equipment or related design is considered an asset.Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.Knowledge of PLC languages (Allen Bradley, RX Logix, Siemens and HMIs (RS Studio)).Knowledge of relevant electrical standards (UL, CSA, CE) is considered an asset.EGBC registration as a P.Eng. or EIT is an asset.Self‑motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.Comfortable managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical audiences.We are looking for a candidate who can join our team and bring to the table strong automation skills. Those with less experience will be considered for designer roles, while those with more experience will be considered for an engineer or specialist role.CMP (Charlottetown Metal Products) is an equal opportunity employer, and we thank you for your interest in the position. Only those candidates who match the requirements and are eligible to work in Canada will be contacted / shortlisted.#J
Position DetailsKey Responsibilities
-
•
Effectively perform assigned job duties
-
•
Maintain safety and cleanliness in the workplace
-
•
Work effectively with team members
-
•
Follow company policies and procedures
-
•
Perform tasks according to quality standards
Qualifications
-
•
Reliability and punctuality
-
•
Ability to work independently and in a team
-
•
Strong work ethic and positive attitude
-
•
Ability to follow instructions
Why Join Food Process Solutions?Food Process Solutions offers a supportive work environment in Montague, where employees can grow and develop their skills. This Automation Designer/ Specialist, Npd (Montague) position provides the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and contribute to meaningful work.
Ready to Apply?
Don't miss this opportunity for Automation Designer/ Specialist, Npd (Montague) at Food Process Solutions in Montague.
Click the Apply button above to submit your application and take the next step in your career.
