Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Job Title : Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Department : I&C Engineering

Industry : Gas Industry, including upstream / midstream and LNG

Location : Surrey, British Columbia

Position Type : Full- Time Regular

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Solaris MCI is an EPCM company specializing in engineering and project solutions in the energy space, with a focus on the energy transition, sustainability, and decarbonization.

Solaris MCI was established in 1993, is privately-owned, and provides exponential growth opportunities within the organization through our flat team structure, internal training, and mentorship programs.

We are one of the five entities that make up the Solaris Group of Companies, providing end-to-end solutions for the energy space.

The Solaris Group of Companies includes (Project Development), (Engineering and Project Execution), (Construction Management), (Cleantech R&D and Manufacturing), and (Operations Training and Competency Management).

Spanning from project concept development through to construction, commissioning, and operations, a career with Solaris MCI means you have the opportunity to contribute at all stages of the project lifecycle.

The Solaris MCI culture is diverse and inclusive, valuing individual contributions for the benefit of all. This can be seen each day in our team’s inclusive spirit, diverse backgrounds, encouragement for learning, teaching and advancement, and the attention to the health and well-being of all employees.

With our hybrid work program, extensive benefits, RRSP matching program, and much more, we put our people and their families first!

Responsibilities :

• Develops piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and implements project specifications
• Provides input into instrumentation and controls deliverables throughout all project phases
• Assists in project scheduling as well as in the development of instrumentation and controls estimates
• Prepares instrument technical specifications, instrument data sheets and requisition quotes
• Prepares bid evaluations for instrument & control system hardware
• Performs instrument design calculations
• Participates in HAZOP / SIL analysis
• Provides construction support, interacts with contractors and project stakeholders, answers RFI’s.
• Assists in the commissioning and start-up of gas plants, compressor stations, pipelines and wellsites
• Prepares control narratives and philosophy documents as well shutdown key / cause and effect deliverables.
• Prepares written scopes of work for instrument and controls contractors
• Assists in FEED activities such as cost estimates, scheduling, cost of service estimates, and feasibility studies.
• Checks and reviews vendor drawings and engineering deliverables against client specifications / industry codes and standards to ensure technical accuracy
• Mentors Junior and Intermediate staff in the department
• Competent leadership abilities and excellent communications skills.

Skills and Qualifications :

• Post-secondary education with a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation and Instrumentation or related field
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) designation or eligibility for P. Eng registration with EGBC
• 10+ years of solid Automation / Instrumentation and Controls experience
• Strong knowledge of engineering codes, standards and guidelines including ASME B31.3 / B31.8, API RP 500 / 505, ISA, CSA C22.

1 / Z662, ANSI, IEC, NFPA, CENELEC

• Proficiency with programming PLC, DCS, RTU and / or SCADA systems (ABB 800XA, Honeywell Experion / PKS, DeltaV, Allen-Bradley, etc.)
• Proficiency with engineering software and engineering database programs (Microsoft Office, AVEVA, Elecdes, InTools / Smart Plant Instrumentation, etc.)
• Proven ability to provide technical direction and / or lead teams
• Strong initiative with the ability to multi-task and to quickly adapt to project dynamics in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to travel to and work at site as required
• Preference will be given to those with experience in oil and gas but is not mandatory

Salary is based on an average of 37.5 hours a week. The competitive salary will be based on skills and experience.

Estimated range is between $105,000-156,000 / annually.

NOTE : Thank you for your interest in Solaris Management Consultants Inc. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to every submission or follow-up. Please note that to comply with Canadian Law, all candidates being offered a position with Solaris Management must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment.

We wish you all the best in your career search!