At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

We are seeking an Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (EIC) Specialist to join our Corporate Engineering Services group at our Winnipeg office. This role is responsible for managing and executing electrical, instrumentation, and control systems projects, and delivering operational technology (OT) support for multiple facilities.

Responsibilities:

Execute CAPEX Control and Electrical Systems projects; develop and distribute tender packages; negotiate and award contracts; and manage vendors
Make recommendations on process flows / drawings, control system schematics, equipment selection processes and site plans using complex software tools (i.e. AutoCAD, Bluebeam, ETAP); prepare technical reports and documentation
Lead stakeholder meetings to monitor project status, budget adherence, and performance; develop strategies to mitigate systems risks
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with OT systems; identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvement in electrical, instrumentation and OT systems
Stay abreast on industry trends and emerging technologies

Qualifications:

Diploma or Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Automation & Controls with 3+ years’ experience in industrial automation (manufacturing, food processing, utilities, or similar OT environments) or a combination of education and experience
Registered or eligible for registration with an applicable professional body in an electrical discipline (P.Eng, CET)
Hands on PLC programming experience (Rockwell PlantPAx, Siemens, or equivalent)
SCADA development proficiency (FactoryTalk View SE/ME, Ignition, or similar platforms, screen development, tag architecture, alarming, historian configuration, and standards-based development)
Experience with industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, various protocol gateways)
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and instrumentation documentation with strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting skills and project management
experience leading commissioning activities in large-scale industrial facilities
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with operations, maintenance, engineering, and IT/OT teams
Able to frequently travel (with valid passport for domestic and international travel)

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by November 5, 2026.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

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