Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Asahi Kasei • Port Colborne, ON

1d • CA$110,000 - CA$125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Canada is constructing a new lithium battery separator manufacturing facility and is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer for its start-up in Port Colborne, Ontario. This role bridges detailed engineering, commissioning, and long-term operational support, ensuring that instrumentation, automation, and control systems meet safety, reliability, and performance requirements. This is a new position within the company.

Requirements

• Experience working with PLC, DCS, SCADA, and field instrumentation systems.
• Familiarity with industrial standards and codes (e.g., ISA, IEC, NEC, NFPA, CSA, IEEE).
• Strong ability to read, develop, and review engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience coordinating with vendors, system integrators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Must be proficient in use of AutoCAD (standard or electrical) and MS Office products.
• Minimum post-secondary education – bachelor’s degree in electrical, instrumentation, automation, or related engineering discipline is preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Instrumentation and Controls field.
• Hands-on experience or strong exposure to commissioning and start-up of industrial facilities is preferred.
• Must hold a valid Passport and be willing to travel up to 10% internationally for training and visiting other company locations, predominately the United States of America and Japan.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning activities such as control, automation, and safety systems are brought online, including loop checks, functional testing, and system validation.
• Ensure alignment with project requirements, applicable standards, and commissioning needs.
• Identify gaps, risks, and constructability or operability concerns within automation and control systems and effectively communicate practical solutions.
• Develop and/or review engineering deliverables such as: Control system architecture and functional block diagrams, Communication network drawings, PLC panel layouts and wiring diagrams, Instrument loop diagrams and junction box wiring, Fire alarm system risers and layouts, Instrument indices, I/O lists, and cable schedules.
• Assist with commissioning work plans, procedures, and technical reports, written clearly and concisely.
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and field walkdowns to gather data and support construction and commissioning activities.
• Provide ongoing technical support to Maintenance & Operations teams after plant handover.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, control systems, and automation issues to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for instruments, control panels, PLCs, and safety systems.
• Maintain and update control system documentation, drawings, and asset data to reflect as-built and operational changes.
• Support management of change (MOC) activities related to control and instrumentation systems.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and reliability teams to optimize control strategies, system performance, and plant safety.
• Support vendor interfaces for spare parts, upgrades, obsolescence management, and technical support.

Benefits

• Salary based position with a range of $110,000.00 to $125,000.00 based on education and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Growth opportunities throughout our companies
• Diverse environment to enhance your career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level