Principal Control Systems

Position Summary Principal Control Systems Engineer on the Technology Engineering team, responsible for development and integration of control systems for the Jansen potash project.

Responsibilities

Design, develop and optimize control system solutions based on technologies such as DCS (Distributed Control Systems), PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) and Advanced Control Systems.

Lead the development of Potash Control systems (DCS, PLC) and SCADA strategies, planning, and tracking to ensure objectives are aligned and business objectives are met.

Lead the asset management practice within Control Systems to ensure assets are managed.

Provide central coordination and reporting of Cybersecurity activities to ensure the team remains in compliance with requirements and risk are managed.

Ensure risk controls owned by Potash Control Systems are properly managed and own improvement plans to improve team effectiveness and efficiency in relation to risk management.

Additionally, own improvement plans to ensure interface with other technology teams are optimised so the overall control systems service can meet business objectives.

Own the Potash Control Systems and SCADA 5‑year roadmap, budget, and full asset lifecycle management.

Lead development and execution of Control Systems and SCADA strategy, planning, and operational performance.

Define, track, and report KPIs, budgets (non‑labour), and performance metrics (e.g., GTO reports).

Develop and select control system design solutions in partnership with vendors and stakeholders.

Maintain and enforce control systems standards, specifications, drawings, and blueprint documentation.

Own operational asset management standards for control systems and related technologies.

Review and approve Functional Safety changes (MoC, CSMoC, handover).

Support service owners and control owners to manage, optimise, and improve control system performance.

Act as Contract Owner for PLC/Control Systems audit services.

Coordinate interfaces with Technology teams (networking, infrastructure, cybersecurity) to meet SLAs and priorities.

Design, implement, test, and commission control system solutions (DCS, PLC, advanced control systems).

Provide technical leadership to projects and operations, including engineering reviews, commissioning, risk management, and adoption of emerging digital technologies.

Qualifications

Tertiary qualification in electrical, electronic, computer science, control systems engineering or related area.

Relevant industry experience >10 years.

Proven track record identifying and delivering control systems improvements with clear value.

Possess strong technical capability in troubleshooting, system architecture, OT lifecycle management, and incident resolution.

Strong technical expertise in system design, PLC engineering, SCADA systems and process control optimization.

Experience governing and developing standards, specifications and simulation/testing methodologies for PLC, SCADA and process control systems.

Demonstrated capability in risk management, identifying threats and opportunities and applying BHP’s frameworks.

Strong prioritization, planning and resource allocation skills.

Inclusive leadership behaviours — coaching others, fostering collaboration and supporting diverse teams to perform at their best.

A mindset focused on continuous improvement, disciplined execution and customer value.

Preferred in hiring will be qualified women and Indigenous peoples who self‑identify as such in the application process, in accordance with section 56 of the Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.

Work Location Downtown, Saskatoon office. 40 hours per week. Hybrid working (flexible, shared workstations and a combination of office and work from home) is standard for BHP.

EEO and Diversity Statement We value all aspects of identity, including gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education, and more. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at inclusion@bhp.com.

We are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, several checks may be conducted, including police or criminal background checks, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right-to-work verification, and reference checks.

We support a diverse workforce and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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