Senior Control Systems Engineer

Fluor Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Care

Group RRSP

Parental top-up

Education reimbursement

Employee and family assistance

Compressed work schedule — every 2nd/2

Job summary

Fluor Canada is seeking a senior Controls Engineer to lead design and delivery of control and automation systems for industrial projects in Calgary. You will develop instrumentation and control specifications, review P&IDs and 3D models, and mentor engineering teams to ensure safety, quality, and on-time execution.

The role requires a BEng in Electrical/Control Automation and 10+ years' experience with DCS/PLC/SIS, plus strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Control Systems, Automation, or related.
• 10+ years of experience in control systems engineering within industrial, energy, mining, infrastructure, or EPC/EPCM environments.
• Strong experience with DCS, PLC, SIS, instrumentation, and process control systems.
• Proven ability to develop control strategies, instrumentation specifications, and engineering deliverables for large-scale projects.
• Experience supporting projects through FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. P.Eng. designation or eligibility for registration is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of control and automation systems for industrial projects.
• Develop instrumentation and control system specifications, design criteria, philosophies, narratives, cause-and-effect diagrams, and control logic.
• Design and support DCS, PLC, and SIS; develop instrument indexes and datasheets.
• Review P&IDs, 3D models, and engineering deliverables for quality and compliance.
• Support procurement activities, including vendor document reviews and equipment selection.
• Develop project estimates, schedules, manpower forecasts, and progress reports.
• Incorporate health, safety, environmental, and operational requirements into system design.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering and design teams.
• Build relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders for successful execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical / Control Systems / Automation)

Tools

DCS

PLC

SIS

Job description

Fluor is one of Canada's top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. As we look to the future, we need creative, ambitious, and innovative professionals who can help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World.

Fluor team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity just may be for you!

Job Description

• Lead the design and execution of control and automation systems for industrial projects.
• Develop instrumentation and control system specifications, design criteria, philosophies, narratives, cause-and-effect diagrams, and control logic.
• Design and support Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
• Perform instrumentation engineering calculations and develop instrument indexes, datasheets, and related design documentation.
• Review P&IDs, 3D models, and engineering deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
• Support equipment procurement activities, including technical bid evaluations, vendor document reviews, and equipment selection.
• Develop project estimates, schedules, manpower forecasts, and progress reports, while supporting successful project delivery.
• Incorporate health, safety, environmental, and operational requirements into all aspects of system design.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering and design teams.
• Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Basic Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical, Control Systems, Automation, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in control systems engineering within industrial, energy, mining, infrastructure, or EPC/EPCM environments.
• Strong experience with DCS, PLC, SIS, instrumentation, and process control systems.
• Proven ability to develop control strategies, instrumentation specifications, and engineering deliverables for large‑scale projects.
• Experience supporting projects through multiple phases, including FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and start‑up.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration is considered an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

Fluor Canada rewards hard work, knowledge, and commitment. Fluor offers competitive employee compensation packages, comprehensive benefit programs including Health, Dental and Vision Care, flexible spending dollars, group registered retirement program, parental top‑up, education reimbursement, employee and family assistance programs, and much more. Fluor also offers several employee resource groups that aim to provide opportunities for professional and personal growth, improved wellness, and involvement in the community.

At Fluor, we believe that overall wellness encompasses the four wellness pillars of mental, physical, financial and social. Upon these pillars we are committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace by creating awareness through knowledge building and communication while focusing on measurable outcomes.

Compressed work schedule: The Fluor Canada offices work a compressed work schedule offering every second Friday off.

Salary is based upon experience.

The market rate for the role is typically at the mid‑point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Fluor uses artificial intelligence (AI) in its hiring process to review applications and identify qualified candidates. More information including contact information is available in our Applicant Notice when creating a profile on our recruiting platform.

Notice to Candidates: As required by some of our clients and projects, to the extent allowed by law, offers may be conditional upon consent and clearance of a satisfactory background check which could include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, and confirmation of education, professional registration, employment history, and references.