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Automation Project Engineer

Oakville, Ontario, Canada · Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
CA
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
10 Nov 2026

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At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

As an Automation Project Engineer, you will have the opportunity to act as a design authority for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity. Each day, you will complete assignments on small projects or portions of larger projects in a cost-effective manner. You will also showcase your expertise by applying basic design thinking/design for excellence concepts in projects.

The work model for the role is hybrid, with 3 days per week at the office.

This role is contributing to the AUEN Engineering team in Canada. Main stakeholders are AUEN Customers and projects within Canada.

You will be mainly accountable for:

  • Evaluating, selecting, and applying standard techniques and procedures to perform engineering assignments.
  • Providing technical support for testing, installation, and commissioning activities.
  • Assisting in preparing proposal/presentation of engineering projects.
  • Utilizing checklists to perform design verification according to applicable standards and engineering guidelines.

You will join a well established highly adaptive engineering team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications

  • You enjoy working on the execution of projects involving the design and implementation of industrial control systems, particularly in the energy industry.
  • You have 5+ years of experience in control systems engineering, preferably working with ABB control system technologies and associated digital solutions.
  • You have expertise in industrial control system solutions.
  • You are passionate about control system design, programming, and implementation, as well as addressing the control and operational needs of customers in the energy industry.
  • You hold a degree in Engineering, preferably with a specialization in Industrial Controls.
  • You are comfortable communicating in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • You are currently registered with a Canadian provincial or territorial engineering regulatory body and hold, or are working towards obtaining, your Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

Women

Indigenous Peoples

Members of visible minorities

Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.

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