Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

AECOM•Denver, CO

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Instrumentation & Controls Lead to support and grow our Mining practice in Denver, CO. This role will lead the delivery of I&C solutions on complex mining projects while building and mentoring a high-performing engineering team. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in electrical engineering and instrumentation & controls, along with the ability to drive technical excellence, support business development, and serve as a trusted partner to clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License
Registration as a Professional Engineer.
Demonstrated experience in I&C engineering, design, and construction tasks including: HAZOP participation, Human factors reviews, SIL verification, Valve, flow element and relief valve sizing, Control system architecture development, Control system Input/Output and instrument list development, Instrument and control element specifications and data sheets, Control system (DCS) and programmable logic controller (PLC) specifications, Control system (DCS) and PLC wiring diagrams, panel layouts and network diagrams, Control narrative, logic diagram, functional control diagram development, Comprehension of electrical equipment designs and wiring (switchgear, panelboards, MCCs, VFDs, etc.), Interpretation and input to Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs).
Progressive project experience including task leadership and project management roles on design and design-build projects.
Strong written and oral communication, quantitative and people skills.
Strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
Initiative-taking on assignments.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and complete multiple technical tasks under tight deadlines.
Ability to estimate and define scope for I&C deliverables and tasks on projects.
Must be resourceful, highly organized, professional with attention to detail and people.

Nice To Haves

PE in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, or ability to acquire a PE in those states.
On-site field experience in commissioning and start-ups for facilities
10+ years or more of relevant experience
MSHA Miner training

Responsibilities

Lead instrumentation & controls (I&C) engineering and design for multi-disciplinary mining projects from concept through construction support.
Serve as I&C discipline lead on mid-size to large projects, ensuring technical quality, schedule, and budget alignment.
Direct and mentor engineers and designers in the development of calculations, specifications, drawings, and deliverables.
Develop and review key I&C design documentation, including P&IDs, control narratives, system architecture, I/O lists, loop diagrams, and cable schedules.
Perform technical oversight and independent reviews of engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
Partner with clients to develop solutions, present technical approaches, and serve as a primary technical point of contact.
Support business development efforts, including proposal development, scope definition, and contributing to the growth of the Mining practice.
Lead designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, I&C specifications, and final working drawings.
Work with CAD designers to produce construction-level drawings.
Author reports and prepare/or direct preparation of detailed calculation packages including proper documentation and references.
Track and manage task budgets, schedules and projects.
Perform work in accordance with agreed upon scope, budget, and schedule.