Senior Controls Engineer

Aversan Inc. (www.aversan.com) is a trusted multi-service engineering and electronics manufacturing company. Aversan delivers leading-edge and reliable safety-critical electronics and software systems to the aerospace, defence, and space industries.

We are seeking a qualified Senior Controls Engineer to join our Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the design and implementation of advanced control systems that support cutting-edge sonar technologies. The ideal candidate brings a strong electrical background and a passion for developing reliable, high-performance systems. Location: Anywhere in Canada

Job Type: Remote

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and test control systems based on ABB Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Architect control system components including actuators, motors, sensors, and communication protocols.
• Select, configure, and program PLCs, motor drives, HMIs, and other related hardware.
• Develop and maintain control system software using industry-standard programming languages.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation to ensure system performance meets design specifications.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve electrical and control system issues both in-house and on-site.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation including schematics, data interface control documents (ICDs), ladder logic diagrams, and functional specifications.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards throughout the design and implementation process.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in control systems engineering, with a focus on industrial digital communication protocols and machine control applications.
• Demonstrated expertise in PLC programming, hardware integration, and control system design.
• Solid knowledge of electrical systems, including power distribution, motor control, and safety systems.
• Proven experience commissioning control systems and troubleshooting I/O issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document and present technical information clearly.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work independently.