Automation Specialist

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Kidd Operations

Timmins, Ontario, Canada

Canada

Job ID

25-28

Closing date

28/05/2025

Last Updated

14/05/2025

Position Overview:

Reporting to Kidd Operations’ Automation Systems Supervisor, the Specialist’s primary objective is to support the integration of automation technology projects into mine operation activities and to assure optimal performance. The position will also act as a technical resource to maintenance tradespersons assisting with validating technical performance specs, troubleshooting challenging issues or failure analysis and various improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Monitoring, tracking and optimizing performance of automation systems

Identifying opportunities for mine operations to further benefit from the advantages of automation

Support the PLC and network by completing software modifications, troubleshooting and hardware upgrades

Provide technical support to the electrical maintenance team on AC drives, control systems and instrumentation

Provide support for the site’s power metering and distribution system

Provide engineering support for electrical/instrumentation projects with design and construction drawings

Identify, recommend and/or implement changes designed to improve procedures, equipment performance, working

conditions and product quality to maximize safety and efficiency

Work with all supervisors to ensure maximum performance of plant systems

Qualifications:

Electrical Engineering degree or Technologist diploma, professional designation considered an asset

Proficient at Schneider PLC related software (ProWorx NXT, Concept, Control Expert) and networking (Modbus, MB+, MB-TCP).

A minimum of 5 year's experience in an industrial environment supporting PLC’s, drives and other controls systems on crushers, mills, pumps, conveyors, etc. with a mining background would be a strong asset

Experience in various Condition Based Monitoring processes would be considered an asset

Knowledge of AutoCAD, EAMS (Mincom Ellipse), and project management

Critical skills include, leadership, communication, ingenuity, creativity, and team player

Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 10-hour shifts (Kidd Operations reserves the right to modify working schedules as necessary, in accordance with applicable notice requirements and labor regulations.)

We offer a competitive wage and bonus plan complemented by a comprehensive range of benefits. Candidates must ensure that progressive, sustainable improvements within the department are consistent with business objectives and our health, safety, environmental and community policies.

Kidd Operations is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to protecting the privacy of personal information. Information will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation is available through our Recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Company: Kidd Operations, a Glencore Company