Automation Technician

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

Agnico Eagle Mines' Macassa Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Beaverhouse First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of Members from these Nations. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Macassa Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

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As the Automation Technician, you will be part of the Maintenance Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct, and the environment.

Install, terminate, and test instrumentation, fiber optics, and communication cabling.

Read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics, P&IDs, blueprints, and technical drawings.

Conduct preventative and predictive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems, documenting findings and corrective actions.

Troubleshoot and repair:

PLC and HMI systems

VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)

Industrial network communication systems

Low and medium voltage electrical systems

Update and maintain as-built documentation for all electrical and control system modifications.

Maintain and calibrate process instrumentation (e.g., pressure, flow, temperature, level sensors).

Assist in commissioning and start-up of new equipment and systems.

Participate in daily work planning, executing tasks based on work orders and supervisor instructions.

Support centralized maintenance and operations teams during shutdowns, startups, and emergency repairs.

Perform all work in compliance with electrical safety standards, including CSA Z462 and OHSA regulations for mines.

Ensure compliance with lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other critical safety protocols.

Promote and practice the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) and contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management.

309A Red Seal Electrical License
Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation, Automation, or a related field.

Experience with PLC and HMI systems

Proficient in using electrical test equipment (multimeters, insulation testers, signal generators, loop calibrators).

Strong ability to read and interpret electrical and instrumentation drawings.

Solid understanding of industrial control systems, including analog/digital signals and communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP).

Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Physically fit and able to work in underground or industrial environments, including confined spaces and elevated areas.

Valid driver’s license and ability to work various shifts, including weekends or on-call rotations.

Experience with LTE installations and Maintenance is an asset.

Your Work Schedule:

Schedule: 7/7 schedule at our Macassa Mine in Kirkland Lake, ON.