We are always looking for great people to join our team

Xcel Automation is a leading provider of automation services for Western Canada.  We have grown substantially in the past few years as a result of the hard work and dedication of our employees. We are proud of the work we do and understand that we wouldn’t be successful without our amazing team of dedicated people. If you are interested in being a part of a fun, rewarding environment please email your resume to info@xcelautomation.com.

 

Current Openings

Automation & Control Specialists

Calgary, Peace River, Edmonton, & Fort St. John

Xcel Automation Ltd. is currently seeking Junior & Senior Automation Specialists to join our team, based out of our Calgary & Grande Prairie offices. Specializing in oil & gas, solid wood, and water treatment industries, we provide Industrial Automation and SCADA solutions to Western Canada.

Ideal candidates will be responsible, motivated individuals that are excited to join an ever-growing, enthusiastic automation team that provides a full spectrum of automation knowledge within our group.

Qualifications include, but not limited to:

  • Experience with PLC, DCS, HMI & SCADA platforms including Rockwell, Schneider/Modicon, VTScada, Geoscada, DeltaV, Honeywell Experion/TDC3000, Cygnet, and Wonderware.

  • Knowledgeable with OT/Automation industrial data communications and networking architecture.

  • Experience in medium to large scale oil & gas processing facilities considered an asset.

  • Strong communication and organization skills.

  • Team player who has integrity.

This is a full-time position with preferred candidates being local to Xcel’s offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Grande Prairie or Fort St. John. We offer very competitive employee or contractor wages.

Please email resumes to: info@xcelautomation.com.  Thank you to all applicants for your interest, successful candidates will be contacted.


Electrical/Controls Drafter/Designer

Calgary

Xcel Automation is an established integrator of Industrial Automation and SCADA solutions. We apply this expertise within many types of industries across Western Canada. We are currently seeking a Drafter/Designer to join our team. 

The ideal candidate will be a responsible, detail-oriented individual eager to contribute to our growing and enthusiastic automation and engineering team. As part of our team, you will work closely with engineers and automation specialists to produce accurate and high-quality technical drawings for industrial control systems.

Qualifications include, but are not limited to:

  • Experience in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical for creating and modifying electrical and control system drawings.

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and industry standards (e.g., CSA, ISA, NEC, IEC).

  • Knowledge of panel layouts, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and loop drawings for industrial automation projects.

  • Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

  • Must possess strong written and oral English skills.

  • Experience with AutoCAD Mechanical, EPLAN, SmartPlant, Visio or other drafting software is considered an asset.

  • Familiarity with industrial automation systems, including PLCs, SCADA, and DCS, is an asset.

  • Experience in medium-to-large oil & gas processing facilities is also considered an asset.

This is a full-time position with preferred candidates being local to Xcel’s office in Calgary.  We offer highly competitive wages for both employees and contractors.

Please email resumes to: info@xcelautomation.com.  Thank you to all applicants for your interest, successful candidates will be contacted.