Control System Engineer

at  TRIUMF

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of the EPICS toolkit, as applied to the development of runtime databases
• Understands and uses distributed control system concepts
• Uses Microsoft Office based productivity tools
• Skilled in computing and network related activities
• Works under frequently tight deadlines and manages time by assessing priorities and adjusting schedules and work plans
• Critical thinking to assess technical proposals, suggest implementation strategies and develop working designs
• Fluency in several of the programming languages common in control system use: C, C++, Perl, Python, Java, JavaScript, Assembler
• Effective verbal and written communication

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree Electrical and/or Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related program of study from a recognized post-secondary educational institution
• Four to seven years of relevant post-graduate work experience
• Registered as or qualifies for registration as a Professional Engineer or EIT in the province of British Columbia.

QUALIFICATION CONSIDERED AN ASSET:

• Experience with EPICS or similar distributed control system
• Proficiency use of the Linux Operating System as a daily work platform and as a component in deployed control systems
• Experience with device driver development
  Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).
  Position type:
  Permanent
  Hours per week:
  35
  Total Rewards
  At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.
  Salary Range:
  $68,800.00 - $86,000.00

Benefits Information:

• TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, EAP, Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
• Excellent Employee Pension Plan
• Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and AD&D.
• Generous time away
• Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups

As a requirement of this position, the successful candidate will need to provide acceptable proof that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, or demonstrate that they are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 for reasons protected under the BC Human Rights Code. TRIUMF will grant reasonable accommodation requests up to the point of undue hardship.
Application closing date:
September 15, 2024
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Contact information:
Email: recruiting@triumf.ca
Phone: 604.222.1047
Fax: 604.222.3791
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• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and professionals across disciplines to design, build, and implement software and hardware solutions crucial for experiment execution, data acquisition, motion control synchronization, and accelerator operation
• Performs design, installation, wiring, documentation and preventive maintenance of control system hardware
• Makes routine decisions related to project and team member roles
• Works on problems of diverse scope requiring evaluation of identifiable factors
• Uses Test & Measurement equipment to analyze the performance of control system equipment and provide timely fault diagnosis and resolution
• Develops control systems and control system components using the EPICS toolkit
• Develops extended EPICS functionality such as EPICS device support and subroutine records using the C & C++ programming languages
• Writes scripts to increase productivity, repeatability, and re-use of tests and diagnostics
• Contributes to and participates in critical review processes as a reviewer, observer, and presenter.
• Understands and adheres to TRIUMF safety, Work Permit and Quality Management processes and procedures