Senior Instrumentation and Controls Specialist

Job Description:

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 60 offices in the US, Canada and Australia. 

Built on a foundation of excellence, Kleinfelder is committed to client-focused solutions. Through our depth of experience and thorough understanding of environmental, regulatory, economic, and civic conditions, we identify and address challenges with innovation and common-sense. Kleinfelder’s integrated, award-winning experts collaborate with clients to meet their objectives from project inception through design and execution. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Our team promotes respect, diversity and inclusion and we provide support for professional development through mentoring programs and training opportunities. Our team is dynamic and collaborative - if this description fits what you are looking for in your career, please apply! 

THE OPPORTUNITY – disclaimer for candidates, we are looking for a specific hire. We DO NOT want a technician; we do not need a field person.  We need someone who designs, who can come up with a concept from scratch and be able to articulate all the requirements on paper for someone else to build.

We are looking to hire a Senior Instrumentation and Controls Specialist for our Edmonton office location. The successful candidate will provide instrumentation and controls support on multiple projects in varying size, scope, and complexity, ensuring that technical excellence, cost, schedule, and contractual requirements are achieved. This individual will also assist Kleinfelder’s client account managers in building team material, developing personnel resources and processes, technical tools, and obtaining additional opportunities to connect Kleinfelder’s expertise to support client projects.  This individual will report to the Instrumentation and Controls Lead.

This is a great opportunity for a senior level Instrumentation and Controls Specialist who is proactive, energetic, enthusiastic about new challenges (technical and non-technical) and can communicate well with others. Our team is dynamic and collaborative – if this description fits what you are looking for in your career, please apply! 

The key words/phrases that we will be looking for:
1. Has their P. Tech or P. Eng and is able to stamp

2. Has current knowledge of SmartPlant Instrumentation (INtools) wiring module
3. Has designed PLCs and communication networks
4. Has 15+ years of experience in instrumentation, communication, and controls.
5. Has worked for an EPC and created Engineering Work Packages.

 EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

• Technical Diploma in Instrumentation, Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering or related Bachelor’s Degree.
• 15+ years of direct Instrumentation, Communication & Controls experience in the oil and gas industry is a must; previous EPC experience is a must.
• Professional registration with APEGA or ASET in the province of Alberta. Registration in other provinces is an asset.
• Current experience with SmartPlant Instrumentation (INtools) and SmartPlant Instrumentation wiring modules is required.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Lead instrumentation and controls design to execute assigned projects varying in scope and complexity.
• Support client instrumentation, communication, and controls request as required.
• Development of deliverables to meet project and client requirements, such as instrument data sheets, instrument specifications, schematics and wiring diagrams, control narratives, shut down keys, communication network diagrams, P&IDs as required.
• Perform instrumentation and controls design work involving DCS, PLC, SCADA, control panels, analyzers, analytical equipment, metering, control equipment and other instruments.
• Participation in HAZOP, PHA and SIL studies as required.
• Development of and assistance with project design criteria, design basis, work scopes, technical documents, cost estimates, schedules, specific instrumented systems for equipment, skid, module packages, and other project related documents.
• Review of vendor drawings and documents for compliance.
• Assistance with generation of operating manuals, specifications, and guidelines.
• Development of technical documents and design information for regulatory applications with respect to instrumented systems.
• Interpretation and assistance with codes (ASME, ANSI, API, CEC, ISA).
• Provide support to the project team in the execution of their project responsibilities.
• Provide technical leadership, and mentor and supervise junior team members as required.
• Partner with stakeholders in proposal writing, marketing presentations, and organization of internal resources for assigned projects.
• Travel to field for project scoping, verification, construction support, and meeting with clients.
• Following developing technologies in instrumentation, communication, and control.
• Completion of other relevant duties as required.
• Working knowledge (design/implementation) of communication networks.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Working knowledge of SmartPlant Instrumentation (INtools) datahsheet revisions and wiring module 
• Understanding of instrumentation engineering concepts, construction methods, and approaches. 
• Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle very detailed work and demonstrate a high level of accuracy. 
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple deadlines.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Well-developed critical thinking skills, strong analytical abilities, and a continuous improvement mindset. 
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and PDF editing programs (Bluebeam, Adobe) used to create reports and documents. 

POSITION CONDITIONS

Job is performed in an office environment; occasional travel may be required.

Employee must have the ability to work from home, though computer, monitors, mouse & keyboard, and monitors will be provided.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Work schedule: Work-life balance with flexible Mon – Fri work week schedule options.

Office: Modern new office facilities, free parking, conveniently located near amenities and public transit

Benefits:  Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Healthcare spending account, RRSP plan, wellness days and paid holidays. We foster a great culture. Competitive wages. Tuition reimbursement. Membership fees paid.  

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES 

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

*We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to the number of applicants, only those moving to the next step in our recruitment process will be contacted.