Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Nuclear

WorleyParsons; Kincardine; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to provide technical leadership in the nuclear sector. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in Instrumentation and Control Engineering, familiarity with nuclear design standards, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This role involves supervising engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and mentoring junior engineers. Located in Kincardine, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to important clean energy projects.

Qualifications

• Senior level experience in Instrumentation and Control Engineering.
• Experience working in the nuclear industry.
• Expertise in nuclear design standards including CSA N285, N286, and N299 series.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the development of I&C Engineering deliverables.
• Coordinate design execution and manage client interfaces.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear regulatory requirements.
• Support proposal development and scope definition.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Instrumentation and Control Engineering

Nuclear regulatory requirements

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario

Job description

Overview

Worley is seeking a Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, Nuclear, in Markham or Kincardine, Ontario, with extensive experience in the Ontario nuclear industry. You will provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring delivery of high-quality design packages while maintaining Worley’s standards for safety, compliance, and technical excellence.

You will be part of a growing team that is embedded in the transformation of Ontario’s Nuclear fleet, working on critical projects, some of the most ambitious clean energy programs in the world.

Why join Worley’s Nuclear team

The scale of impact — supporting cornerstone projects that power millions of homes with zero-emission energy.

The engineering culture — technically rigorous, quality-driven, and execution-focused.

The people — high-performing, collaborative teams who care deeply about what they do.

The opportunity to grow — not just personally, but to help shape the next generation of nuclear professionals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the development of I&C Engineering deliverables such as DSDs (Descriptive System Document), loop diagrams, logic narratives, instrument indexes, and system architecture.
• Coordinating design execution and managing interfaces with clients and other engineering disciplines on projects or major work packages.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear regulatory requirements (CNSC, CSA N-series standards) and client specifications.
• Support proposal development, scope definition, estimating, and scheduling activities.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and intermediate engineers.

What you will bring

• Technical and Industry Experience: Senior level experience in Instrumentation and Control Engineering.
• Experience working in the nuclear industry.
• Expertise in nuclear design standards including CSA N285, N286 and N299 series.
• Eligible for nuclear site security clearance.

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation Engineering.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.

Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.

Worley is committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, Worley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If you require any accommodations or assistance, please contact us at: [e-mail]

Moving forward together

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

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