Automation Engineer

Fluor Corp; Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corp is seeking an Automation Engineer to design and configure control systems for burners, HIPPS, and related applications across DeltaV and AB platforms. You will develop HMI graphics, verify systems through FAT/SAT, and support commissioning and start-up activities at customer sites.

The role requires a strong background in process control engineering, 3+ years of experience, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or Instrumentation Tech Diploma.
• 3+ years’ experience with control system configuration.
• Reading and understanding control narratives, P&IDs, and diagrams.
• CSA B149.3 knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with BMS, CCS, HIPPS, and hydrogen blending assets.

Responsibilities

• Design control system architectures and collaborate with project teams.
• Configure strategies for Burners, HIPPS, and other applications on DeltaV/AB platforms.
• Develop HMI graphics and configured interfaces (Modbus/OPC).
• Perform IVT, FAT, SAT with customers and internal teams.
• Support commissioning, loop tuning, and field start-up activities.
• Provide remote and on-site technical support and coaching.

Skills

Control system configuration

DeltaV & DeltaV SIS

Rockwell PLCs

Troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology

Tools

DeltaV

DeltaV SIS

RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000

Concept/Unity

Job description

Automation Engineer

Job details

Posted

23 September 2026

Start date

02 November 2026

LocationCalgary

Job type Permanent

Discipline Industrial Manufacturing

Reference169378

Job Function AB

Job description

Role and Responsibilities:

• Design:

• Collaborate with internal and external project team members to define functional requirements

• Develop and review controls engineering documentation: control system architectures, control narratives, shutdown keys, SAMA diagrams, Communication mapping tables and alarm and trip setpoint lists

• Configuration and Programming:

• Configure control strategies for Burner Management Systems (BMS), Combustion Control Systems (CCS), High Integrity Pressure Protection (HIPPS), Hydrogen Blending and other applications on multiple control platforms: DeltaV, DeltaV SIS, AB PLCs, etc

• Develop Human-Machine Interface (HMI) graphics

• Configure interfaces such as Modbus or OPC connections

• Internal Verification and Factory Acceptance Testing:

• Create testing documentation

• Support internal hardware testing

• Conduct internal verification testing (IVT)

• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) with customers

• Conduct and support Integrated Factory Acceptance Testing (I-FAT) with customers either in-house or at customer facilities

• Commissioning and Start Up Activities:

• Conduct Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) with customers

• Perform loop checks

• Conduct HMI and configuration logic checks

• Support third party communication interfaces

• Loop tuning

• Setting up air fuel ratio characterization curves with our combustion field technicians

• Create commissioning reports

• Provide operator training for the systems commissioned

• Ongoing Support:

• Provide support for our installed base both remotely and on-site

• Act as a trusted technical advisor for the customer, focusing on providing expertise and value

• Provide technical support for sales and engineering teams as required

• Continuous Learning

• Proactively contribute to the team learning, knowledge sharing and process improvements

• Provide input into improvement of engineering and service processes and practices

Qualifications and Skills:

• B.Sc. in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (emphasis on Process Control an asset) or Instrumentation Engineering Technologist Diploma

• 3+ years’ experience with control system configuration, preferably Emerson DeltaV, DeltaV SIS or Allen Bradly platforms is preferred

• Proficiency with reading and understanding engineering documents (control narratives, piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs), shutdown keys, single line diagrams, control panel schematics, etc) is required

• Knowledge of CSA B149.3 code is considered an asset

• Experience with any of the following considered an asset

• DeltaV and DeltaV SIS

• Rockwell, and Modicon PLCs (RSLogix 5000, Concept, Unity)

• Fuel/Air ratio controls, both mechanical and automated

• Loop Tuning

• Modbus Communications

• Field commissioning and startup (CS&U) experience

• Burners and combustion systems

• Combustion Applications:

• Boilers, OTSGs, and HRSGs

• Direct and Indirect Fired Air Heaters

• Rotary and Fluid bed dryers

• Sulphur Recovery processes

• Thermal oxidizers, effluent processing and incinerators

• Media heaters, i.e. oil, glycol etc.

• API natural draft heaters, single and multi-burner

• Industry Applications (CoE):

• High Integrity Pressure Protection Systems (HIPPS)

• Hydrogen blending process is considered an asset

• Experience with field instrumentation an asset

• Good troubleshooting skills, and ability to think on one’s feet

• Aptitude for prioritizing multiple tasks and managing multiple assignments

• Exceptional communication skills and customer service experience and practices

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

• Entrepreneurial work ethic

• Safety conscious and able to complete applicable safety training (e.g. H2S Alive, CSTS, First Aid, etc.)

• Willingness to travel; valid Class 5 driver license required

PLEASE NOTE: Only those eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS is an equal opportunity company.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.