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Bilingual Electrical and Automation Engineer

Québec, QC
On-site
Posted May 13, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Design and program PLC and HMI software for pharmaceutical and laboratory washers while creating electrical schematics for control panels. The role involves prototyping, testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver customized automation solutions for clients.

Job details

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. POSITION SUMMARY Every day, the STERIS team strives to grow and thrive in an environment that fosters curiosity, nurtures creativity, encourages teamwork, celebrates achievements, and embodies continuous improvement. At STERIS, we offer a stimulating work environment with real opportunities for advancement! STERIS is a well-established company operating in the field of medical equipment, specifically decontamination, sterilization, and other infection prevention technologies. This field directly impacts people's health, which is why we ensure we are surrounded by a rigorous team that adheres to the highest quality standards. We are currently seeking a Bilingual Electrical and Automation Engineer to work with us on a Full-time/Permanent basis.As an expert in electrical engineering and automation, you will play a key role in the instrumentation and control of our pharmaceutical and laboratory washers. You will be at the heart of innovation, evaluating, conceptualizing, developing, testing, and documenting customized solutions for our clients, tailored to their needs, while also improving our existing products. Please note that this is a fully remote position. WHAT YOU'LL DO AS A BILINGUAL ELECTRICAL AND AUTOMATION ENGINEER * Programming and Design: Develop and program software for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and operator interfaces (HMIs) from Siemens and Allen-Bradley, while supporting our clients in integrating their SCADA systems. You will also work with electromechanical interfaces and high-power components such as heating elements and pumps. * Electrical Design: Create electrical schematics for control panels that meet client requirements, while ensuring compliance with electrical and machine safety standards in North America and Europe. * Prototyping and Testing: Conduct simulations and rigorous testing to validate system performance. * Analysis and Optimization: Assess client needs and the performance of existing systems, propose innovative solutions, and estimate costs and timelines. * Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve technical challenges related to our systems. * Documentation and Reporting: Prepare operator and maintenance manuals, technical reports, and design quotations. * Technology Monitoring: Stay up to date with technological advancements and market trends to deliver cutting-edge solutions. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineers from various disciplines, as well as with our clients, to ensure seamless system integration. You will also collaborate with several internal stakeholders, including procurement, production, and marketing teams. THE EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES NEEDED * Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, automation, or a related field. * Experience: 6 to 9 years of relevant experience in the design and implementation of electrical and automation systems. * Technical Skills: Proficiency with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial programming languages (Allen-Bradley and Siemens are assets). Knowledge of CAD software and simulation tools (ePlan and AutoCAD are assets). Familiarity with electrical standards and safety regulations (UL, CSA, CE) is an asset. * Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work in a team to solve complex problems. Effective communication skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Strong client communication skills. * Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain high standards of quality and accuracy. * Languages: Excellent proficiency in French and English. This position requires knowledge of English due to the nature of the duties involved, including regular communications outside the province of Quebec, training, email communications, and frequent meetings and interactions with English-only employees. The employer has taken all reasonable steps to avoid imposing this language requirement, in accordance with the Charter of the French Language. STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit www.steris.com [https://www.steris.com]. STERIS strives to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or automation and membership in the OIQ with 6 to 9 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in English and French is essential, along with expertise in industrial programming and electrical safety standards.