Engineer/Specialist - Instrumentation

Kent•Calgary, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Kent is looking for an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to join our Engineering team in Calgary, Alberta. This role will support the design, development, and execution of instrumentation and control systems for industrial projects within the energy sector. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, providing technical expertise throughout all phases of project delivery, from conceptual design through detailed engineering, procurement support, construction, commissioning, and startup. This role requires a strong understanding of instrumentation engineering principles, applicable industry codes and standards, and the ability to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while maintaining Kent’s commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Typically 5-10 years of instrumentation engineering experience within the oil & gas, energy, petrochemical, or industrial sectors.
Experience preparing instrumentation engineering deliverables for EPC and brownfield projects.
Strong knowledge of instrumentation design principles, field instrumentation, and control systems.
Familiarity with applicable industry standards including ISA, IEC, CSA, API, and Canadian electrical codes.
Working knowledge of hazardous area classification requirements and intrinsically safe design practices.
Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly with clients, vendors, and project stakeholders.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality.
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Collaborative team player with a client-focused mindset.
Strong technical judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Adaptable to changing project requirements and schedules.
Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
Committed to continuous improvement and safe work practices.
Observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, or eligibility for registration with APEGA, is considered an asset.
Experience with PLC, DCS, SIS, and SCADA systems is preferred.
Experience with SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI), AutoCAD, or other engineering design software is considered an asset.
Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Develop instrumentation engineering deliverables including instrument specifications, data sheets, instrument indexes, loop diagrams, hook-ups, cable schedules, and installation details.
Prepare and review P&IDs, control narratives, cause and effect diagrams, and control system architecture documentation.
Perform instrumentation sizing and selection for pressure, temperature, flow, and level measurement devices.
Support the design of control systems including PLC, DCS, SIS, and SCADA interfaces.
Develop material requisitions and provide technical bid evaluations for instrumentation equipment.
Coordinate with process, electrical, mechanical, piping, and civil disciplines to ensure integrated project execution.
Participate in HAZOP, SIL, constructability, and design review meetings.
Review vendor documentation and ensure compliance with project specifications and applicable codes.
Provide engineering support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup activities.
Resolve technical queries and support field engineering activities as required.
Ensure engineering deliverables are completed in accordance with project schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.
Promote compliance with Kent’s HSSEQ standards and client-specific engineering procedures.
Perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management, within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role.