Jr Instrumentation & Controls EIT

Detroit Institute of Arts; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Vision care

Dental care

Life insurance

Team building

Performance-based bonuses

Mentorship program

Career development

Paid vacation

Paid personal days

Town halls

Hybrid work location

Flexible work schedule

Continuous education

Corporate events

Job summary

Tri Innovations is seeking a Jr. Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in Training in Calgary. The role focuses on instrumentation and control system design under senior engineers, with opportunities to develop documentation, procurement packages, and site support across North America.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team, with exposure to PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems, and travel to project sites as needed. The position offers a hybrid work model and mentors for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Registered with or eligible for registration with APEGA as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• 0-4 years of experience in I&C or Automation Engineering.
• Exposure to Canadian oil and gas projects in Alberta is a plus.
• Familiarity with Canadian codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Exposure to PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems from projects or academics.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and willingness to travel 10–20%.
• Available for field work and site visits as needed (approx. 10–20%).

Responsibilities

• Field instrumentation and control system design under supervision.
• Prepare technical documentation (P&IDs, schematics, loop drawings, instrument lists).
• Develop and manage instrumentation and control procurement packages.
• Review shop drawings for conformity with designs.
• Assist in field engineering, site support, and commissioning activities.

Skills

Electrical basics

Team collaboration

Communication

Travel availability

Regulatory familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

APEGA EIT eligible

Tools

PLC

DCS

SCADA

Job description

Jr Instrumentation & Controls EIT

Are you passionate about achieving excellence? Do you seek out opportunities to make a meaningful impact and take part in reaching new milestones? Do you value building strong relationships with your team members? If so, we would love to hear from you.

As a trusted partner for our clients, we have been committed to delivering a comprehensive range of engineering, procurement, and construction management solutions since 2004 to the transportation, energy and agriculture industries. Our team of dedicated, agile, and efficient professionals is based in Calgary, Alberta, and has provided exceptional services to clients across North America. We are a growing company with a culture based on teamwork and supporting each other's professional growth all while having fun.

Our team is looking for a full-time Jr. Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in Training who is driven to deliver their best work every day and are committed to working collaboratively to achieve shared goals. If you are looking for a challenge and want to contribute to your professional growth, this is the place for you. If you see yourself on a team that upholds quality work, builds connections with fellow staff, contractors, and clients, and likes to have fun, then do not let a perfect opportunity pass you by.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Field instrumentation and control system design and control strategy development under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Prepare technical documentation required for the execution of projects, including but not limited to: standard specifications, design criteria, P&IDs, schematics, loop drawings, instrument datasheets, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, installation details, control narratives, network diagrams, cable schedule, instrument list, equipment list
• Development and management of instrumentation and control system procurement packages
• Review shop drawings to ensure conformity with engineering designs
• Assist in field engineering, site support, and commissioning activities at project locations as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• Registered with or eligible for registration with APEGA as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• 0-4 years of experience within the Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) or Automation Engineering discipline.
• Exposure to projects within the Canadian oil and gas industry, preferably in Alberta, including experience or familiarity with facilities such as Oil Sands, SAGD, conventional gas, terminals, or related operations, is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with applicable Canadian codes, standards, and regulatory requirements is considered an asset.
• Exposure to PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems through academic projects, co-op placements, internships, or industry experience is considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Available for field work and site visits as needed (approximately 10-20% of the time)

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, be a resident, and residing in Calgary or be willing to relocate to Calgary, to be considered for the position. We are committed to employment equality.

We thank everyone for their interest in working with Tri Innovations; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits:

• Extended health care*
• Vision care*
• Dental care*
• Life insurance*
• Team building
• Performance Based Bonuses*
• Mentorship program
• Career development*
• Paid vacation*
• Paid personal days*
• Town halls
• Hybrid work location
• Flexible work schedule
• Continuous education*
• Corporate events*

* For employees only