Instrumentation & Controls / Industrial Automation Engineer

Stantec; Toronto; On-site; CAD 89,200 - 129,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Wellness program

Health care spending account

Wellness spending account

Group RRSP

Employee stock purchase program

Group TFSA

AD&D insurance

Short/long-term disability

Emergency travel benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Professional membership fees

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec in Canada is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Automation Engineer to join our Energy and Resources team. The role spans across North America with a focus on mining, power, oil & gas, and energy transition projects, offering leadership opportunities within a multidisciplinary design group.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of relevant experience, a PE license (or eligibility), and strong collaboration skills to work with remote teams and diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university.
• 5–10 years of engineering, design, and construction experience in heavy industry, mining, oil & gas, power generation.
• A Professional Engineering license (or the ability to become licensed).

Responsibilities

• Engineering support for multidisciplinary projects from proposals through design phases and startup.
• Lead the design and development of I&C construction deliverables and instrumentation datasheets.
• Design PLC/DCS/HMI/SCADA architectures and integration with third‑party systems.
• Prepare technical specifications for industrial networks and communications.
• Develop functional specifications, control logic, and safety interlocks; support procurement and site activities.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Mining experience

Self-starter

MS Teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

MS Teams

Job description

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us. Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Instrumentation & Controls/Industrial Automation Engineer to join our Energy and Resources consulting team. This position is intended for Engineers looking to demonstrate and grow their skills and develop a strong foundation in consulting‑based Automation / instrumentation and control system design. The successful candidate will work as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary design team, supporting projects across North America. Our portfolio includes mining and mineral processing, power generation and distribution, oil & gas, renewable energy, and energy transition projects. This role offers the chance to lead as well as support project design on projects in multiple sectors. Experience on projects in the mining sector would be a benefit.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Development & Execution: Engineering support for multidisciplinary projects of all sizes and complexities, from proposals and estimating through the design phases PFS, FS, detailed design, construction, commissioning and start-up. Site work from time to time including as‑is investigations and assessments, scope validation, construction, commissioning and start-up support.
• Instrumentation: Lead the design and development of the gamut of I&C construction drawing deliverables including but not limited to loop and I/O diagrams, wiring diagrams, instrument installation drawings, control panel GAs, E&I equipment layouts, wiring/termination diagrams for industrial and mine facilities collaboratively with designers / drafters locally or remotely. Designing using various methods including sketches, diagrams, redlines and electronic models. Specify and produce instrumentation specifications and datasheets and support the procurement processes through technical evaluation and selection recommendation.
• Controls / Automation: Design PLC/DCS/HMI/SCADA architectures: controller selection, I/O configuration, redundancy, and integration with third‑party systems, and follow through procurement processes. Design the integration of vendor supplied equipment packages which are supplied with on‑board controls. Design control/server rooms: console layouts, engineering–operations network segregation, server racks with mine‑hardened enclosures, UPS/redundant power, patch panels/fiber terminations, dust‑protected HVAC, and physical security. Develop functional specifications, control logic and functional block diagrams, control philosophies covering measurement principles, setpoints, calibration, alarming, sequence of operation, and safety interlocks for miscellaneous auxiliary or equipment packaged systems. Perform calculations for I&C equipment and systems including but not limited to: UPS, control panel load, control segment loading, voltage drop, network bandwidth.
• Industrial Networking: Prepare technical specifications for communication network, where experience with underground installation standards is an asset. Design facility industrial networks: fiber‑optic backbones, supporting control and various other systems and connection to Wi‑Fi/LTE coverage.
• Project Delivery / Coordination: Assisting with the development of Construction Work Packages (CWPs) and providing construction phase support, as required. Planning, coordinating completion, and reviewing deliverables to ensure quality and consistency. Coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and contractors. Participating in client meetings, design reviews, and value engineering sessions. Supporting quality control and design verification activities.

Your Capabilities And Experience

• You are a self‑starter, with the ability to handle change and work with minimal supervision.
• You possess and consistently demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with excellent interpersonal abilities and willingness to work in a team atmosphere.
• Previous experience in engineering or EIT role in mining projects is an asset.
• Demonstrated and reference confirmed ability to produce accurate, well‑organized work and perform self‑checks for quality and completeness.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency with MS Office, and a demonstrated ability to learn software tools efficiently.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment including working with remote team members through MS Teams.
• Experience in the design of underground mines will be a strong asset.
• Willingness to travel to client sites or other Stantec offices (~10% travel).

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited University.
• 5–10 years of engineering, design, and construction experience in heavy industry, mining, oil & gas, power generation.
• A Professional Engineering license (or the ability to become licensed).

Why Join Our Team

• Exposure to diverse projects and industries to further build your career.
• A clearly defined path for technical and professional development and people leadership.
• Opportunity to develop strong fundamentals in engineering design, QA/QC, and project delivery within a consulting environment.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range

• Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC & Various locations in Ontario-$89,200.00 - $129,300.00 Annually
• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario-$94,600.00 - $137,100.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

• Health plans for regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week).
• Dental plans for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Vision plans for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Wellness program for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Health care spending account for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Wellness spending account for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Group registered retirement savings plan for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Employee stock purchase program for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Group tax‑free savings account for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Short‑term/long‑term disability plans for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Emergency travel benefits for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Tuition reimbursement for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Professional membership fee coverage for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Paid time off for regular full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Group registered retirement savings plan for temporary/casual employees.
• Employee stock purchase program for temporary/casual employees.
• Group tax‑free savings account for temporary/casual employees.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | SK | Saskatoon

Other Locations: Canada | ON | Toronto

Organization: 1554 E&R-CA Delivery Center-Saskatoon SK

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 24/07/2026 06:07:41

Req ID: 1006888