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Junior Automation Engineer

BBA Consultants Quebec, Quebec, Canada

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Posted Jan 30, 2026Apply by Mar 1, 2026

Role & seniority: CEP in Automation (regular position) in the Process Control and Operational Technologies group, Québec City office.

Stack/tools: PLC, SCADA, DCS, operator interfaces; technical document drafting; project management tools; site surveys; commissioning (onsite and remote).

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Program and maintain automated control systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS, operator interfaces).

  • Develop/maintain solid client relationships and participate in detailed engineering projects.

  • Contribute to project execution (scope, costs, schedules), drafting technical documents and study reports; support commissioning.

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical or automated production engineering (or equivalent) and eligibility as a Canadian professional engineer.

  • Availability for short- and long-term client-site work; valid driver’s license.

  • Advanced level of English for collaboration with offices/clients outside Québec.

Nice-to-haves

  • Interest or experience in automation/instrumentation; experience in mining or energy sectors.

  • ASP Construction card.

Location & work type: Québec City, Canada; regular position with client-site assignments (short- and long-term); onsite and remote work possible for commissioning and coordination.

Full Description

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 a CEP in Automation, you'll be joining the Process Control and Operational Technologies department at our Québec City 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...

Program automated systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS, operator interfaces) Develop and maintain solid client relationships Participate in executing detailed engineering projects Draft technical documents, calculation notes and study reports Participate in project management (execution, costs, schedules) Attend internal or client coordination meetings P erform site surveys Assist with equipment commissioning, both onsite and remotely

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

Results-driven Willingness to work together while having fun Rigour and ethics Interest in solving highly complex challenges Autonomy and adaptability

Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or automated production engineering or any other equivalent training Member of a Canadian professional engineering association Available for short- and long-term work assignments at client locations or sites Valid driver’s licence Advanced level of English to collaborate effectively with BBA offices and/or clients outside Québec. The frequency of English use may range from occasional to daily, depending on ongoing projects

Asset: interest or relevant experience in automation and instrumentation; participation in detailed engineering of a project in the mining or energy sectors

Asset: experience in the mining sector

Asset: ASP Construction card

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

Annual base salary Annual premium program for all regular employees Onsite mobility premium Access to a time bank Cellphone program Group insurance plan that starts on day 1, including short-term and long-term disability insurance and a telemedicine program Retirement savings plan Annual vacation and sick leave A premium through the Employee Referral program

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including market conditions, education, verified and relevant work experience, technical assessments, qualifications, certifications and other key skills and experience.

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits

A collaborative team that shares ideas and knowledge Access to many experts and coaching Growing business with many opportunities

On site and at the office: Health, safety and the environment are a priority Involvement in innovation projects

About BBA

For over 40 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 18 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.

Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies .

We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself . Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.

Learn more about us by visiting our LinkedIn page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak with them directly.

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