Junior Controls Engineer/Technologist
AltecCoquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Posted March 4, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Altec supplies aerial platforms, digger derricks, telescopic cranes, and related equipment to electric utility, tree‑care, telecommunications, and lighting/signs industries across more than 100 countries. The company offers a full lifecycle of solutions—including new and used equipment sales, leasing, rental, financing, and disposition services—backed by a nationwide network of shops and mobile service technicians that keep equipment operational. Altec differentiates itself through over 90 years of engineering excellence, industry‑leading safety training (Altec Sentry), and a culture that prioritizes employee development as a cornerstone of customer success. Its integrated safety features and innovative product design consistently raise the bar for reach‑and‑service solutions worldwide.
Job Description
The Junior Controls Engineer/Technologist supports the design, programming, and commissioning of industrial control systems. The role involves maintaining clear documentation, troubleshooting technical challenges, and assisting in control system design, selecting and procuring equipment, creating electrical schematics, programming PLCs and HMIs, and providing onsite support for system commissioning.
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Automation, Mechatronics, Robotics or Electrical Engineering/Technology
- Familiarity with PLC and HMI programming, electrical schematics, and control system design fundamentals.
- Excellent communication skills
- Good organizational skills
- Commitment and ability to travel internationally and locally.
