Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, Projects

K+S Group; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

K+S Group is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in Saskatoon to lead various engineering projects, ensuring adherence to quality specifications and standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in I&C engineering and preferable experience with ABB 800xA. This position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, fostering an inclusive culture for growth and development.

Benefits

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits

Health and wellness accounts

Volunteer time and charitable giving options

Performance incentives

Qualifications

• An Instrumentation & Controls Engineer with EIT or P. Eng registration capability.
• Experience with ABB 800xA and AVEVA Instrumentation preferred.
• Self-motivated with proven skills in leadership, communication, and facilitation.

Responsibilities

• Develop I&C engineering drawings and documents following KSPC standards.
• Conduct automation design for networks and control schemes.
• Provide technical support for KSPC's Plant Control System.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Meeting facilitation

Education

B.Sc. in Instrumentation & Controls Engineering

Instrumentation Technologist

Tools

ABB 800xA

AVEVA Instrumentation

Job description

Your Responsibilities

The Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer is responsible for I&C engineering for various projects, ranging from small maintenance tasks to large multi-year programs. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Reviewing and developing instrumentation and controls engineering, drawings, and documents in accordance with feasibility, standards, codes, and K+S Potash Canada's (KSPC) quality specifications.
2. Conducting automation design and analysis for networks, instrumentation, control schemes, interlocks, and communications.
3. Estimating costs and budgets for KSPC projects within the scope of technical expertise and project complexity.
4. Ensuring proper deployment, standardization, and use of software design and analysis tools.
5. Maintaining KSPC’s technical data related to the I&C discipline.
6. Collaborating with peers to maintain, update, and define KSPC’s design specifications and core documents for I&C scope.
7. Ensuring quality in I&C engineering and design for both internal and external projects.
8. Coordinating with drafting supervision and technical engineers to maintain and modify installations following change management procedures.
9. Providing technical support for KSPC's Plant Control System (ABB 800xA) and associated networks.
10. Supporting K+S Potash Canada’s auxiliary systems, including fire alarm, access control, and CCTV.
11. Creating and reviewing material take-offs, capital cost estimates, constructability plans, and related documentation.
12. Evaluating new and existing technologies for their applicability to KSPC's Bethune I&C infrastructure.

Your Profile

Our company values diversity and encourages individuals with the right combination of education and experience to apply. The ideal candidate will have:

1. An Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (B.Sc., with ability to register as EIT or P. Eng with APEGS) or an Instrumentation Technologist.
2. Experience with ABB 800xA is preferred.
3. Experience with AVEVA Instrumentation or other database-driven design tools is preferred.
4. Self-motivated with proven leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
5. Strong written and verbal English skills.
6. Effective meeting facilitation skills.
7. Potash industry experience is preferred.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment checks, which may include criminal record, education verification, fitness evaluation, and drug testing.

To be considered for this role, please apply by June 24, 2025.

We Enrich Your Life

Living our core K+S values across all locations, we are optimistic, collaborative, entrepreneurial, agile, innovative, and committed to safety and sustainability for future generations. Expect:

• Good People and Great Culture: Join a team dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive environment with new opportunities and community investment.
• Challenge and Growth: We support professional development and recognize performance.
• Valuable Compensation: Our competitive total compensation includes base pay, bonuses, and performance incentives.
• Supporting Benefits: Comprehensive employer-paid benefits, health and wellness accounts, volunteer time, and charitable giving options.