SCADA Technologist

Company Biography

As Ontario's only multi-utility provider, we offer a comprehensive range of services, including water, wastewater, natural gas, electricity, and telecommunications - all under one roof. This integrated approach empowers us to deliver innovative solutions, exceptional customer service, and operational efficiencies that set us apart in the industry.

With over 150 years of commitment to the Kingston community, we work every day to provide the safe, reliable utility services our customers rely on. Our efforts go beyond keeping the lights on and the water flowing. We’re driving progress through projects that create lasting, positive change. At the heart of everything we do is our vision to advance our unique utility model to benefit our customers and build better communities.

At Utilities Kingston, we believe that strong communities are built by strong teams. By joining us, you'll be part of a collaborative and dynamic environment where your skills and ideas will contribute to enhancing safety, driving reliability, and building a resilient future for our community.

Primary Duties

The SCADA Technologist will provide secure and stable monitoring and control of the water/wastewater, electric and gas utilities to Operators across the Utilities Kingston service areas. They will collaborate with stakeholders to install, configure, maintain, secure and optimize all SCADA hardware, software and communication links and provide end user training and support where required.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Maintain secure and reliable monitoring and control of SCADA systems across water/wastewater, electric and gas utilities.

2. Troubleshoot SCADA systems to solve complex electrical and software related problems.

3. Provide support to utility operators to help troubleshoot non-SCADA related process failures.

4. Develop and commission SCADA processes for capital projects and end-of-life equipment.

5. Implement and maintain Cyber Security Framework in compliance with regulating bodies.

6. Configure and maintain historical servers to store data in compliance with the OEB and MOE guidelines and regulations.

7. Provide regular data updates to support regulatory reporting requirements.

8. Develop and maintain the SCADA network architecture for the utilities including the configuration and maintenance of network switches and routers.

9. Comply with all health and safety requirements, maintain a safe work environment, report hazards and promote a culture of safety in the workplace.

Education, Certification and Other Qualifications Required

1. Expert ability to troubleshoot control systems, field devices and program PLCs

2. Expert ability to develop HMI applications

3. Advanced ability to interpret schematics, process control narratives and technical documentation

4. Advanced knowledge of programming languages

5. Advanced ability to configure and maintain network servers, networking devices and cyber security standards

6. Advanced ability to configure, maintain and query SQL databases

7. Intermediate AutoCAD skills

8. Intermediate MS Office skills

9. Intermediate knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as it relates to individual, organizational and operational requirements

Qualifications:

1. Post-secondary diploma in Instrumentation Engineering, Computer Engineering or Electronic Engineering Technology

2. Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) or working towards

3. 3+ years’ experience in automation and control design in an industrial environment and experience with communication systems including SCADA HMI Platforms and protocols

Special Working Conditions/Conditions of Employment

Class G drivers’ licence

Closing Statement

Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position.

Accessibility Statement

Appropriate accommodations will be provided as required by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) upon request.

Employment Equity

Utilities Kingston is committed to employment equity and we encourage applications from all designated group members. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the Kingston community.

Utilities Kingston thanks all candidates that apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Internal applicants must inform their supervisor or manager of their application and subsequent status