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Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Responsible for the design, implementation, and commissioning of electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems for industrial processes. This includes developing technical specifications, creating electrical drawings, and troubleshooting PLC and SCADA systems.

  • On-site
  • Mississauga, ON
  • Posted Sep 3, 2026
  • Apply by Oct 3, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

The Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer is responsible for the design, review, implementation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems. The role supports projects from concept through commissioning by developing specifications, reviewing supplier deliverables, generating engineering documentation, supporting procurement activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and quality requirements. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, HMI/SCADA platforms, motor control systems, instrumentation, electrical panels, and process automation within manufacturing or process industries. About Us TGI is part of a global organization that supplies advanced technologies, products, and services to the metal and mining industries. As a world leader in providing advanced process control technologies, TGI focuses on improving energy efficiency in combustion intensive processes by using its proprietary extractive & optical sensor technology developed in co-operation with its strategic partners. Responsibilities Electrical Engineering: Create, modify, and maintain electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical Review and define electrical requirements for projects and plant modifications. Develop basic electrical specifications for equipment suppliers and contractors. Generate and maintain: Motor Lists Instrument Lists I/O Lists Cable Schedules Equipment Datasheets Review electrical single-line diagrams, control schematics, panel layouts, and wiring drawings. Perform electrical design reviews and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards. Support power distribution, motor control, VFD, MCC, and control panel design activities. Instrumentation & Controls Develop and maintain Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). Specify and select instrumentation including: Flow meters Pressure transmitters Temperature instruments Level instruments Control valves Review instrumentation installation drawings and loop diagrams. Develop and maintain instrumentation databases and documentation. Support calibration, commissioning, and validation activities. Automation & PLC Systems Develop, test, troubleshoot, and modify PLC programs. Configure and test PLC hardware and I/O systems. Create and maintain PLC documentation. Conduct FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing). Troubleshoot automation and process control issues. Support system upgrades and modernization projects. HMI / SCADA Development Configure, test, and troubleshoot HMI and SCADA systems. Modify and improve HMI screens, alarms, trends, and operator interfaces. Support commissioning and optimization of automation systems. Maintain system backups and version control documentation. Supplier & Project Support Prepare technical specifications and scope documents for suppliers. Review supplier quotations and technical submissions. Review vendor drawings, datasheets, and documentation. Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Support project execution from design through commissioning. Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) Review electrical and instrumentation installations for compliance with project requirements. Conduct inspections and verify workmanship standards. Support commissioning and startup activities. Ensure all project documentation is accurate, complete, and properly maintained. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Support Troubleshoot electrical panels, instrumentation, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and control systems. Provide root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations. Support maintenance teams during equipment failures and plant shutdowns. Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability and performance. Position Specific Abilities Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related discipline. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is considered an asset. 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems. Experience in manufacturing, process industries, water/wastewater, food & beverage, mining, or chemical processing environments preferred. Experience managing projects from design through commissioning is an asset. Siemens PLC platforms (S7-1200, S7-1500, TIA Portal) Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix Industrial Ethernet communications Modbus TCP/IP Profinet Ethernet/IP ISA and IEC standards Machine safety and functional safety systems Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Excellent technical documentation skills Ability to review and interpret engineering drawings Strong communication and supplier management skills Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams Hands-on commissioning and startup experience Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Ability and willingness to travel internationally -Since international travel is a requirement, you must have a valid passport, and be eligible to gain unlimited entry into foreign countries and continents, including USA, South America, Asia, and Europe. Electrical Systems Electrical distribution systems Motor Control Centers (MCCs) Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) Control panel design and troubleshooting Electrical schematics and single-line diagrams Instrumentation Instrument selection and specification Loop diagrams and wiring diagrams Process instrumentation P&ID development and review Automation & Controls PLC programming and troubleshooting I/O configuration and testing Industrial networking and communications FAT and SAT execution Software AutoCAD Electrical Microsoft Office Suite PLC Programming Software (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, or equivalent) HMI / SCADA HMI development and troubleshooting SCADA system configuration and testing Experience with the following is considered an asset: Panasonic HMI Siemens WinCC WinCC Flexible TIA Portal

What you’ll do

Responsible for the design, implementation, and commissioning of electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems for industrial processes. This includes developing technical specifications, creating electrical drawings, and troubleshooting PLC and SCADA systems.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in industrial automation. Proficiency with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC platforms and a willingness to travel internationally are essential.

Listed skills

  • Technical DocumentationPreferred
  • Functional SafetyPreferred
  • TroubleshootingPreferred
  • Root Cause AnalysisPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • PLC Programming
  • AutoCAD Electrical
  • HMI/SCADA Development
  • Instrumentation Selection
  • Electrical Design
  • P&ID Development
  • Commissioning
  • Troubleshooting
  • Industrial Networking
  • VFDs
  • Motor Control Centers
  • FAT/SAT Execution
  • Functional Safety
  • Supplier Management
  • Technical Documentation
  • Root Cause Analysis

Job areas

  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Technology
  • Energy

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
5+ years
Apply by
Oct 3, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level