Automation Engineer In Training

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

Are you passionate about automation and the fast-paced
world of work sites and industrial plants? Do you want to see the direct impact
your work has in the field while working closely with clients? If so, we’ve got
an exciting opportunity for you!
As an Automation Engineer-in-training, you'll be joining the
Process Control and Operational Technologies department at our Vancouver
office. This multidisciplinary team will support your career growth, whether
you choose to specialize in a niche area or develop a broader, generalist
profile. You'll work with a motivated, dynamic group, ready to coach you on
projects and guide you throughout your professional journey.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Participate in detailed engineering and

design of automation and control systems for industrial projects

• Program and configure control systems

(PLC, SCADA, DCS, HMIs) as part of the overall engineering solution

• Prepare technical deliverables such as

P&IDs, I/O lists, control philosophies, specifications, calculations,
and study reports

• Support project execution activities

including scope clarification, schedules, cost tracking, and coordination
meetings

• Develop and maintain solid client

relationships

• Perform site surveys and assist with

commissioning and testing to validate engineering designs, both onsite and
remotely

• Assist with equipment commissioning, both

onsite and remotely

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Results-driven
• Thirst

to learn and excel

• Willingness

to work together while having fun

• Ability

to see beyond established standards

• Rigour

and ethical

• Interest

in solving the most complex challenges

Overview of certifications and job requirements

• Bachelor’s

degree in electrical, electronics, Mechatronic, or Instrumentation and
control engineering or any other equivalent training

• 0 to

4 years of experience in automation and instrumentation; participation in
detailed engineering of a project in the mining or energy sectors

• Available

for short- and long-term work assignments at client locations or sites

• Valid

driver’s licence

• Asset:

Bilingual (English and French), both spoken and written

• Ability to draft

technical documents in both languages

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Annual base salary from $68,000 to $83,200
• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Onsite mobility premium
• Time bank
• Cellphone fee reimbursements
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
• Retirement savings plan
• Annual vacation and sick leave
• Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual
base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated
work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other
relevant skills.

At BBA, you get many benefits

• A

vibrant social club with something for everyone

• Access

to many experts and coaching

• A

collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge

• Opportunity

for site work: an amazing career accelerator!

• Participation

in our firm’s major projects up to 2030:

• Our Toward Net Zero plan and our ESG promise
• 35% of women on our team
• and much more!
• Custom

training and development plans

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.