Job Title
Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (Process/Chemical)
Location
Windsor, ON N8Y 1C4 CA (Primary)
Category
Architectural/Engineering, Energy
Job Type
Full-Time
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Travel Availability
Up to 25%
Security Clearance Required
None
Job Description
The role of Instrumentation & Controls Engineer is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
- Design and develop instrumentation and control systems for process facilities.
- Prepare P&IDs, control narratives, I/O lists, and instrumentation specifications.
- Specify and select field instrumentation, including flow, pressure, temperature, level, and analytical devices.
- Develop PLC/DCS logic and HMI interfaces as applicable.
- Support process control strategies, including loop tuning, troubleshooting, and optimization.
- Participate in HAZOPs, risk assessments, SIL reviews, and safety evaluations.
- Coordinate with process, mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines to ensure integrated engineering solutions.
- Support procurement activities, including technical bid evaluations and vendor coordination.
- Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and field assignments.
- Ensure instrumentation and control systems comply with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements, including ISA, CSA, NEC, and hazardous area classifications.
- Support the preparation of technical reports, calculations, design packages, specifications, and commissioning documentation.
- Conduct field reviews, site investigations, and equipment verification activities.
- Assist with the development of project scopes, estimates, schedules, and proposals.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to process reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
- Assist in coordinating and reviewing the work of junior engineers, CAD designers, and technicians as required.
- Demonstrated experience working in a consulting engineering environment.
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team and delivering fully integrated design solutions.
- Demonstrated planning, organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including clients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and related programs.
- Demonstrated ability to manage numerous issues and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- All other duties as required.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or eligibility for registration in Ontario preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering within industrial/process environments.
- Direct experience in paint/coatings and/or food & beverage processing is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of PLCs, DCS systems, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, or similar automation platforms.
- Familiarity with sanitary design standards for food & beverage facilities.
- Understanding of hazardous area classifications and intrinsically safe design requirements for chemical/process facilities.
- Experience with commissioning, startup support, and troubleshooting of industrial control systems preferred.
- Familiarity with applicable industrial codes and standards including ISA, CSA, NEC, NFPA, and IEC standards preferred.
