Job Description

Position description

CertainTeed Canada has an exciting career opportunity for an electrical and automation engineer for our Ottawa plant.

This is a great chance to join a Top Employer and contribute to our growth and success by demonstrating your passion and expertise for achieving Company objectives and being solution driven.

What\'s the job?

The Electrical / Automation Engineer will assist with the development and implementation of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) projects, production, processing methods and controls in a manner consistent with CertainTeed Insulation, Mission, Values and Objectives. Through the application of engineering fundamentals and advanced process control tools, this position will ensure that processes are centered, capable and in control; reduce process variations; and resolve special causes variation.

• Reports directly to the Technical Services Manager.
• Responsible for safety throughout the plant, making sure all CertainTeed safety rules are followed.
• Supervising 4 industrial electricians and 2 Apprentice.
• Assist and train Electricians with any difficult troubleshooting issues. Provide support and assistance for emergencies during afterhours or weekend.
• Solid communication skills at all levels and the ability to provide leadership.
• Uses advanced tools / techniques to improve reliability.
• Programming and troubleshooting with Rockwell Automation products, RS logics 5000, Studio 5000, Historian.
• Organize work orders, ordering parts, prioritizing work orders in SAP software, post on call schedule.
• Managing all electrical work in the buildings and the grounds, including the High Voltage towers.
• Responsible for planning, evaluating, organizing and implementing automation and Maintenance related projects and initiatives.
• Identifying new opportunities and solutions with cost / benefit analysis and making recommendations to improve efficiencies.
• Planning and scheduling of projects and preparing capital expenditures.
• Provides technical expertise, support and enhancement of automation related systems (PLC / HMI / VFD / Instrumentation / Data and Voice Networks / plant electrical distribution systems) and implements required updates to avoid technical obsolescence.
• Ensures CertainTeed insulation standards of safety, quality and reliability are built into power distribution and control systems.
• Develops and maintains standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Provides training for operators and maintenance personnel.
• Assures good housekeeping practices following 5S systems, enforces plant rules and safety regulations, and supports WCM initiatives.
• Continuously evaluates workplace for safety concerns and ensures behavioral safety initiatives are performed to goal levels.
• Travel to other plants when needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

What do you bring?

Required

• Post-Secondary Degree in electrical / Automation engineering or equivalent.
• Two to Five (2-5) years of applied professional experience in Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) / PLC.
• Experienced with National Electrical Code (NEC), Arc-Flash (Z462) code requirements and Ontario electrical code.
• Expertise in integrated automation and information systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Flexible, open-minded team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving capabilities to work effectively in corporate, manufacturing and team environments.
• Ability to provide leadership and innovation at all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.

Additional Requirements

Supervisory responsability

• Supervise Team of four (4) License Industrial Electricians and two (2) Apprentice.
• Supervise contractors on various projects as needed.

Working conditions

• Works in a manufacturing plant environment with limited HVAC, concrete floors, and exposure to industrial noise, dust, chemicals and temperature changes.
• Normal plant operation is 24 hours, 7 days a week and work hours may vary depending on business needs.
• May require long hours, and weekend and holiday work.
• May require travel by air and rental cars.

Physical demand

Must be able to spend a significant amount of time on plant floor. Job includes tasks that require walking, bending, twisting, gripping, stair and ladder climbing, entering confined spaces, navigating rough terrain and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. Job may require long periods of sitting, walking, standing, working on a computer or engaging in telephone conversation. Must be capable of wearing personal protective equipment necessary to comply with government and company safety standards whenever engineered methods of reducing hazards or physical requirements cannot be reasonably accommodated.

Who are we ?

What we offer\xe2\x80\xa6

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare benefits package.
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial Security: Competitive RRSP, Company-funded DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan) and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG).
• Volunteer Day off: Give back to the community - each employee has one paid day a year that they can use towards volunteering their time and effort with a registered charity.
• LiveWell Program: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle.
• And more!

Why work with us?

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

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We look forward to hearing from everyone but please note that due to the volume of resumes submitted, only those selected for next steps will be contacted. To stay in touch with CertainTeed, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Here\'s what we do\xe2\x80\xa6

CertainTeed is a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain -- the world\'s largest building materials company with a 350-year legacy of innovation and growth. Saint-Gobain group is leader in sustainable product development and environmental stewardship. We\'re proud to that Saint-Gobain North America was recognized by Top Employers institute as on the best workplaces in North America & Canada.

For 113 years, CertainTeed has been synonymous with quality, trust, innovation, and service. Our team designs, manufactures and distributes materials and solutions in the construction and building materials market. CertainTeed\'s broad product offering includes insulation, ceilings, roofing, siding, fence, railing, deck, exterior trim and gypsum board products. We provide comfort, performance and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency and climate change. Our offerings incorporate and promote the wellbeing for each of us and we are building a future where we collectively work together towards our core purpose to Make the World a Better Home.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants upon their request. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

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