Process Control EngineerWe are currently seeking a Process Control Engineer to support our Atlantic Operations. This role is a full time, max-term position, reporting to the Electrical Maintenance Supervisor and will be based at our Touquoy mine site located approximately 1-hour northeast of Halifax, near Middle Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia.
The Opportunity:
- Apply all applicable regulations, codes and corporate/site standards to all maintenance activities
- Identify safety issues and encourage a site safe work culture with safety being top priority
- Program PLC's and SCADA/HMI's and modify the automated plant process as required
- Provide technical specifications and drawings to contractors and our workforce
- Improve plant performance through new technologies and implementation
- Provide advanced diagnostic information to the workforce for a timely repair
- Provide input to develop safe work procedures
- Familiar with variable frequency drives, PLC systems, HMI hardware and software, medium voltage switchgear and motor controls
- Provide input into maintenance planning for electrical work
- Be available as requested for unscheduled work with the expectation you will bank the time and use it in lieu.
Our successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
- Unencumbered Class 5 driver's license.
- Licensed as a P.Eng or EIT with Engineers Nova Scotia
- Prepared to address complex problems and solutions within a team setting.
- Able to use a computer effectively - automated maintenance programs and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to promptly respond to and effectively troubleshoot unforeseen mill shutdowns utilizing available materials and manpower resources.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues within a multidisciplinary, fast-paced, and demanding environment.
- Previous experience with Rockwell Software (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk ME, RSLogix 500) and Schneider Electric Software (Unity Pro 11, CitectSCADA 2015, SoMove) and other software is desired.
We would like to thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.
For further information about St Barbara, visit https://stbarbaragold.ca
Please understand that screening and interviewing may take place prior to the advertised close date.
- Published on 20 May 2026, 7:52 PM
