Our Opportunity

At Tim Hortons, we don't just serve a great cup of coffee, we serve a nation. Be a part of a team that truly helps to make this happen!

The Certified Engineering Technologist, Electrical position is a full-time, 12-month contract role, which has the possibility of becoming a fulltime permanent role. This position is based at our Distribution Centre Warehouse located at 950 Southgate Dr, Guelph, ON N1L 1S7.

Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

What do we offer?

• Hourly rate of $40.37

Key Accountabilities:

• Contribute to the design and improvement of various types of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Co-ordinate project designs with internal partners, including, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and IT network related components.
• Program, test and debug automated systems, ASRS robotic stacker cranes, safety systems, Proportional-Integral-Derivative control (PID), loop control for heating & cooling applications, and machine controls.
• Design electrical circuits and panels in AutoCAD Electrical for automated systems and building electrical.
• Test and troubleshoot electrical and electronic equipment and components, including but not limited to motor control, photo eyes, limit switches, laser measurement devices.
• Test and install network devices using Ethernet IP or serial communication in addition to installing network cables to support IT functions.
• Specify, size and select electrical components for complete control system (motion, PLC, sensors, cable, panel devices, etc.).
• Create electrical Bill of Material (BOM) and release items to be ordered.
• Communicate to internal and external departments including, suppliers and internal stakeholders, as required.
• Work directly with suppliers for component specifications/selection.
• Work directly with mechanical designers and the maintenance department to ensure proper design and selection of components.
• Provide Controls and PLC support for the ammonia refrigeration and building controls system.
• Provide Controls, Automation, PLC support for the ASRS system and all process conveyors.
• Support operator and maintenance training programs.
• Ability to work overtime (after hours and weekends) to support the Maintenance team and Business.
• Occasional travel with the ability to travel to other Canadian sites as needed (approximately 5% of working hours).
• Follow all Health & Safety policies while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
• Ability to work independently and set priorities.
• Other role related duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Completion of an Electrical Engineering Technology diploma and/or equivalent computer electronic program.
• 2-3 years' experience programming Allen-Bradley PLC/HMI, using FactoryTalk View, Studio5000 and Wonderware.
• Registration as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) is considered a strong asset.
• Electrician trade certification 442A or 309A is considered a strong asset.
• Experience in Mechanical or Electrical engineering is considered an asset.
• Experience with Omron, Schneider and Siemens PLC is considered an asset.
• Formal and working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of industry standards for design and documentation.
• Experienced with machine safety controls and Electrical codes.
• Experience with variable frequency drive (VFD)and Soft Start motor control.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Working conditions

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Extended periods of sitting, with focus on stationary tasks and computer screens.
• Ability to walk around a 200,000sqft warehouse and perform manual tasks as required.
• Ability to bend, squat, twist, and lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work in environments with temperatures as low as -22 degrees Celsius.