Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Nuclear Power - Canada

Black & Veatch; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Markham, Ontario seeks a Lead Instrumentation & Controls professional. This role involves leading I&C engineers in the technical design, procurement, and planning for power generation plants. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering with at least 5 years of experience in I&C design for large-scale power plants. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills, along with the ability to mentor others. Competitive compensation and hybrid work options are available.

Benefits

401K match

Health benefits starting day 1

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years related work experience in engineering.
• Active engineering registration or licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of I&C engineers.
• Supervise and mentor lower-level engineers.
• Generate engineering design documents for power plant systems.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Individual contribution

Feedback acceptance

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Control system software

Design software

Job description

Why Black and Veatch

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1.

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

The Opportunity

Black & Veatch is seeking a Lead Instrumentation & Controls professional to lead a team of I&C engineers and assist in the technical design, procurement, planning and coordination for Nuclear/Power Generation Plants.

Black & Veatch (B&V) is engaged in a variety of engineering and design activities in support of the addition of power plants in North America and around the world including Small Modular Reactors (SMR). This work entails studies, procurement, design for power plants including the Balance of Plant systems required for support. Instrumentation and controls professionals are needed to work as part of our team. Professionals will be integrated into our existing teams based on their expertise and experience.

In this role, you would have the opportunity to:

• Working directly with the project team to generate engineering design documents and deliverables for systems related to the power plant (logics, network architecture diagrams, instrument lists, I/O lists, instrument installation details, schematics and wiring drawings, calculations, studies, technical specifications, etc.).
• Lead teams, supervise and mentor lower-level engineers, review and provide oversight of their work or assignments.

The Team

The Instrumentation & Control department is a global team specializing in instrumentation, control systems, wireless communications, networks, and cybersecurity for all BV Market Sectors and Solutions. Our team provides a full range of services including consulting, master planning, assessments, conceptual design, detailed design, EPC, design-build, construction support, field services, testing, commissioning, resident engineering, staff augmentation, training, on-call services, and system implementation, configuration, and programming.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous I&C design experience for large scale power plants.
• Experience in developing control system network architecture diagrams, I/O list, instrument data sheets, control narratives, control logic diagrams, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for control and instrumentation, and procurement specifications for I&C equipment.
• Experience in instrumentation and process automation systems applications and selection.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be both an individual contributor and work effectively in teams.
• Ability to accept both internal and external (client) feedback.
• Willingness to learn processes and procedures specific to the power industry.
• Maintain some flexibility in work hours, if required by the client or project.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing or equivalent experience in Engineering work. Minimum of 5 years related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.

Certifications

Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.

Work Environment and Schedule

• This position would require working in a typical office environment. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the workday. The position may also be require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time.
• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

REG: Registered Engineering

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BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life, accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.