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The Automation Engineer is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and commissioning of automation and control systems for Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs) and Once Through Steam Generators (OTSGs). This role supports all phases of a project by developing control system documentation, coordinating automation activities, and ensuring control systems meet project specifications, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards.

The Automation Engineer works closely with engineering, drafting, project management, procurement, manufacturing, and customers to deliver reliable and effective automation solutions. This position also provides commissioning support, performance testing, troubleshooting, and technical assistance for the installed fleet while identifying opportunities to improve system performance, standardization, and operational efficiency. This position reports to the Assistant GM.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops PLC and DCS control strategies and programming for HRSG and OTSG equipment;
• Develops, reviews, and maintains control system documentation including P&IDs, electrical schematics, logic diagrams, control narratives, Cause and Effect matrices, alarm and trip documentation, and critical settings;
• Develops and maintains automation standards, engineering templates, and control system best practices;
• Coordinates automation activities throughout all phases of project execution;
• Ensures control system designs comply with project specifications, contract requirements, applicable codes, and company standards;
• Participates in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Hardware Acceptance Tests (HAT), and Control Acceptance Tests (CAT), including loop, logic, and HMI verification;
• Performs commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and performance testing activities for HRSG and OTSG equipment at customer sites;
• Provides ongoing technical support and operational troubleshooting for installed equipment;
• Collaborates with engineering, drafting, project management, manufacturing, and customers to resolve technical issues and support project execution;
• Develops control system architecture and supports integration with plant equipment and third-party systems;
• Identifies opportunities to improve automation system performance, reliability, and operational efficiency;
• Provides technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineering personnel as required;
• Travels domestically and internationally to support commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and customer service activities;
• Performs other engineering and field services duties as requested.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Process, or Chemical Engineering or Engineering Technology. Equivalent experience in lieu of education will be considered.
• Eng., CET, C.Tech., or equivalent professional designation is preferred.
• Professional registration or eligibility for registration is an asset.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems within the power generation, process steam, oil and gas, petrochemical, or related industries;
• Experience developing, reviewing, and modifying control documentation including P&IDs, electrical schematics, logic diagrams, Cause and Effect matrices, alarm and trip documentation, and control philosophies;
• Experience with PLC and DCS programming, configuration, integration, and commissioning;
• Experience commissioning, troubleshooting, start-up, and performance testing industrial process equipment;
• Experience conducting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Hardware Acceptance Tests (HAT), and Control Acceptance Tests (CAT);
• Experience with steam generation, combined cycle power plants, process plants, or gas processing facilities is preferred;
• Previous EPC or EPCM experience is an asset;
• Previous fabrication or manufacturing experience is an asset.

Interested candidates should apply via IST’s job board at .

Innovative Steam Technologies thanks all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No Phone Calls Please

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