Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Project Lead
About The Position
As an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer – Project Lead, you will play a key role in leading the design, implementation, and commissioning of instrumentation and controls systems for a wide range of industrial projects, including natural gas and oil processing facilities and infrastructure. This role combines technical expertise with project leadership, ensuring high-quality, code-compliant designs are delivered on time and within budget. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment and understands how instrumentation & controls systems fuel business performance, innovation, and operational excellence.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education with a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation and Instrumentation or related field
- With Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) designation or eligibility for P. Eng. registration with EGBC
- 10+ years of solid Automation/ Instrumentation and Controls experience
- Strong knowledge of engineering codes, standards and guidelines including ASME B31.3/B31.8, API RP 500/505, ISA, CSA C22.1/Z662, ANSI, IEC, NFPA, CENELEC
- Proficiency with programming PLC, DCS, RTU and/or SCADA systems (ABB 800XA, Honeywell Experion/PKS, DeltaV, Allen-Bradley, etc.)
- Proficiency with engineering software and engineering database programs (Microsoft Office, Elecdes, InTools/Smart Plant Instrumentation, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to provide clear technical direction and guidance
- Strong leadership capabilities combined with excellent communication skills
- Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Willingness and ability to travel and work on-site as required
Nice To Haves
- Experience in oil and gas
Responsibilities
- Leads instrumentation and controls engineering scope for a variety of different projects
- Acts as primary client contact for I&C scope; ensure alignment with expectations
- Manages project deliverables, schedules, and resource planning
- Develops piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and implements project specifications
- Provides input into instrumentation and controls deliverables throughout all project phases
- Assists in project scheduling as well as in the development of instrumentation and controls estimates
- Prepares instrument technical specifications, instrument data sheets and requisition quotes
- Prepares bid evaluations for instrument & controls system hardware
- Performs instrument design calculations
- Participates in HAZOP/SIL analysis
- Provides construction support, interacts with contractors and project stakeholders, answers RFI’s.
- Assists in the commissioning and start-up of gas plants, compressor stations, pipelines and wellsites
- Prepares controls narratives and philosophy documents as well shutdown key/cause and effect deliverables.
- Prepares written scopes of work for instrument and controls contractors
- Assists in FEED activities such as cost estimates, scheduling, cost of service estimates, and feasibility studies.
- Checks and reviews vendor drawings and engineering deliverables against client specifications/industry codes and standards to ensure technical accuracy
- Mentors Junior and Intermediate staff in the department
Benefits
- health and wellness coverage
- retirement savings support
- generous paid time off
- opportunities for professional growth through training and mentorship
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
