Senior Controls & Automation Engineer

Hatch; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch in Calgary seeks a Sr. Control, Automation and Electrical Engineer to join the Project Delivery Group. The role combines on-site commissioning with office-based design and project execution duties, reporting to the Project Manager and the Lead Engineer.

You will lead commissioning activities, supervise contractor teams, review drawings and FATs, and ensure projects meet scope, schedule and quality goals. A PE license in Ontario is preferred; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 10+ years of project engineering experience including 2-3 years commissioning.
• Registered professional engineer with PEO (Ontario).
• Hands-on site experience and ability to work independently.
• Experience in electrical design/consultancy on large multi-disciplinary projects.
• PLC/DCS programming experience; Rockwell preferred; DeltaV/ABB assets.
• Knowledge of 3D data-centric design systems and Smart Plant tools.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute all commissioning activities on site.
• Own project tasks to ensure timely completion with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with clients and contractors.
• Review shop drawings for conformance with engineering designs.
• Witness FAT and follow up with corrective actions.
• Prepare monthly progress reports and track engineering work packages.
• Coordinate progress to meet project scope, schedule and procedures.
• Prepare draft Functional Control Specifications and perform programming.

Skills

PLC/DCS programming

Rockwell PLC

DeltaV

ABB

3D design systems

Smart Plant Electrical

Smart Plant Instrumentation

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Rockwell

DeltaV

ABB

Job description

Requisition ID: 99312

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Calgary, AB, Canada

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Sr. Control, Automation and Electrical Engineer to join our team in Calgary. This role is part of our Project Delivery Group, which helps clients reach their business goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure world-class project delivery through the skills of our people, methodologies, governance, and systems.

Sr. Control, Automation and Electrical Engineer will report to the Project Manager on small projects and for larger projects, to the Control, Automation and Electrical Lead Engineer. This role will have two distinct functions: 1) on-site commissioning engineer, and 2) office-based as senior Sr. Control, Automation and Electrical Engineer.

On-Site

• Independently execute all commission activities.
• Take ownership of project tasks to ensure timely completion, and work with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with client and contractors.
• Guide the work of others, including contractor staff.
• Perform factory acceptance testing and site acceptance testing.

Office-Based

• Assist with the delivery of project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule.
• Prepare, subject to the approval of the Control, Automation and Electrical Lead Engineer, technical documentation required for the execution of the project,
• Manage and coordinate the progress of the engineering work in accordance with the project scope, schedule and procedures.
• Review shop drawings to ensure conformity with engineering designs.
• Following the award of contracts and purchase orders as instructed, monitor the fabrication and construction work to ensure that it is executed in accordance with the engineering designs.
• Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
• Implementing corrective action as required.
• Review the outcome of quality audits of engineering work and perform remedial work in accordance with the project procedures and the quality assurance plan.
• Check of documentation and interdisciplinary coordination is implemented in accordance with project procedures.
• Prepare draft monthly engineering progress reports for incorporation into the engineering monthly report.
• On a monthly basis, provide an update of the progress of the engineering work packages.
• Compile Functional Control Specifications; perform programming of control systems

About You

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited University.
• 10+ years project engineering experience, which must include 2-3 years commissioning experience.
• Experience in electrical design/consultancy ideally within a similar large engineering or multi-disciplinary project environment.
• Registered as a professional engineer with PEO (Professional Engineers Ontario).
• Demonstrated "hands-on" site experience and able to work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and resolve issues.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently and as part of a team.
• PLC/DCS programming experience (Rockwell - preferred, DeltaV and ABB would be an asset).
• Sound knowledge of 3D data-centric design systems.
• Knowledge and experience with data-centric design systems, e.g. Smart Plant Electrical, Smart Plant Instrumentation.
• Recent AutoCAD and MicroStation experience.
• Ability to delegate tasks and effectively supervise others.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Good safety awareness.
• Willingness to travel.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.