Instrumentation Technician

Stellar Consulting Solutions, LLC; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Benefits Plan

Retirement Savings with Employer Match

Incentive Program

Job summary

Stellar Consulting Solutions, LLC seeks an experienced Instrumentation Engineer/Technician to install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain complex instrumentation and control systems in industrial environments. You will analyze sensors, transmitters and valves, develop loop diagrams, and support PLC/SCADA projects from design to commissioning.

Requirements include an instrumentation/controls diploma or degree, 5+ years of experience, and PLC/HMI proficiency.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in instrumentation or related field with industrial experience.
• Instrumentation & Control Technician (447A) preferred; 442A asset.
• At least 5 years’ instrumentation and process control experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation and control systems in industrial processes.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation incl. sensors, transmitters, switches and control devices.
• Develop and maintain instrumentation specs, loop diagrams, control schematics and related docs.
• Assist with PLC programming, control system modifications and commissioning activities.
• Ensure safety standards compliance and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Industrial instrumentation

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA systems

Instrumentation calibration

Control systems troubleshooting

Documentation and specs

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Instrumentation Engineering Technology diploma/degree

Instrument & Control Technician (447A) cert preferred

Industrial Electrician (442A) cert asset

Tools

Allen-Bradley Logix

Siemens S7

Job description

• Install, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation and control systems used in industrial processes.


• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation including pressure, temperature, level, flow and proximity sensors, transmitters, switches and control devices.


• Perform calibration and verification of process instrumentation and ensure equipment operates within required specifications.


• Assist with the design, modification and updating of instrumentation and control system drawings.


• Develop and maintain instrumentation specifications, loop diagrams, control schematics and related technical documentation.


• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, SCADA and industrial control systems to identify and resolve instrumentation and process control issues.


• Assist with PLC programming, control system modifications and commissioning activities.


• Inspect instrumentation and control equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards and applicable regulations.


• Develop and maintain testing, calibration and preventative maintenance procedures for instrumentation and control systems.


• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on instrumentation, control systems and related electrical equipment.


• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, process control and system performance.


• Work with maintenance and operations personnel to diagnose process and equipment issues.


• Maintain accurate records of calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting activities.


• Perform other duties as assigned.


• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies and regulatory requirements, ensuring safe, efficient and consistent operation and maintenance of equipment and processes.

Qualifications

Qualifications Our ideal candidate will possess:

• A recognized diploma or degree in Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, Controls or a related field, with suitable industrial experience.


• Instrumentation & Control Technician (447A) Certificate of Qualification is preferred.


• Industrial Electrician (442A) Certificate of Qualification is considered an asset.


• At least 5 years of industrial instrumentation and process control experience.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, level and position measurement devices.


• Experience with PLC controls, including Allen-Bradley Logix and/or Siemens S7 programming platforms.


• Experience with HMI, SCADA and industrial control systems.


• Experience with calibration, troubleshooting and commissioning of instrumentation and control systems.


• Experience working with control valves, actuators, transmitters, sensors and other process control equipment.


• Experience with industrial communication networks and control system integration is an asset.


• Experience with full lifecycle projects, including instrumentation selection, installation, programming, testing and commissioning.


• Familiarity with automated systems and industrial process control.


• Ability to function with minimal supervision.


• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.


• Self-motivated with a proven ability to get the job done.


• Team player with good interpersonal skills.


• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office programs.


• Must possess a high level of effective written and verbal communication skills.


• Medical & Dental Benefits Plan with Flexible Spending Account.


• Competitive Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match.


• Incentive Program to reward our team’s hard work.