Senior Engineer/ Senior Analyst Instrumentation and Control

Kinectrics Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinectrics Inc. is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Control Design Engineer to deliver engineering excellence for power generation utilities.

You will provide input on conceptual and detailed equipment design, mentor junior staff, and lead multi-disciplinary projects throughout the lifecycle from concept to close-out. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of relevant experience, a Professional Engineer designation (or eligibility), and strong knowledge of control systems, nuclear

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Electrical/I&C Engineering (or equivalent) is required.
• 8+ years’ relevant experience is necessary.
• PEO status or eligibility required.
• Experience with heavy industry, nuclear refurbishment, new build design or SMR design is required.
• Knowledge of codes/standards (N299, CSA N286) applied to nuclear and conventional plants.
• Experience in control system theory, analysis and design is required.
• Strong project management and multi-disciplinary coordination skills.
• Ability to secure client trust and deliver high-quality engineering work.

Responsibilities

• Provide input and direction to conceptual/detailed equipment designs through a structured design process.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical oversight.
• Lead design projects where appropriate and coordinate activities across teams.
• Interface with clients and stakeholders to determine effective solutions.
• Provide field support for plant design changes and modifications.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Electrical / I&C Engineering degree

Professional Engineer of Ontario (PEO)

Job description

Kinectrics is a wholly owned subsidiary of BWX Technologies focused on providing life cycle management services in the energy and utility sector. We develop innovative solutions for the global electricity and medical industries, helping empower a sustainable future. Trusted by clients worldwide, our employees provide expertise in engineering, testing, and inspection across a wide range of services. With offices worldwide and independent laboratories and testing facilities, we collaborate closely with clients to ensure utility assets perform safely, reliably, and efficiently throughout their entire life cycle.

Kinectrics takes pride in being consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the energy and utility industry, where purpose and people mean as much as innovation and growth. That’s why we choose only the best and brightest to join us. To keep pace with the expanding energy and utility sector, Kinectrics has grown from a company of 300 to over 1,000 in only the last few years - and we aren’t looking to slow down. Join our diverse, supportive workplace for a rewarding career in the electricity industry.

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: 393 University Ave., Toronto

Department: Design and Engineering Services

Reports to: Section Manager, Instrumentation & Control Design

Number Required: 2

Salary Range: $120,000 - $145,000 Exact compensation may vary depending on the individual experience and qualifications of each candidate. Applicants with greater or less than the minimum qualifications for this posted opportunity may be considered for alternate opportunities.

What We Offer

At Kinectrics, employees are recognized for their knowledge, experience, and contributions while working in a highly technical and challenging environment. Kinectrics puts you in the driver’s seat of your own career, setting you up alongside industry experts who will help you develop the skills essential to your professional growth in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and rewarding work culture.

• Purpose: The work we do each day helps communities around the world. Find satisfaction in work that really matters, working alongside and as part of the best and brightest in the industry.
• Growth: To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, we are growing more each day, which means more opportunities for you. We encourage our employees to grow alongside our company thanks to a number of significant training and personal development opportunities.
• Innovation : Our staff proudly develop innovations that push the industry forward.
• Diversity : The company is dedicated to promoting diversity in its workforce, up to and including the senior management level. Our diversity committee ensures we stay up to date on leading trends and best practices, creating a desirable workspace for each and every one of our employees.
• Total Compensation : Your talent deserves to be recognized. Kinectrics offers a competitive total compensation package unmatched by most industries throughout North America. Salary is just one component of the total rewards you will receive when working for Kinectrics. Other elements may also include pay for performance programs (merit pay and discretionary annual performance bonuses), comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs, membership discounts, employee referral bonus, eligibility for our pension plan, career development programs, and professional development/educational reimbursements.

Accountabilities: How You Will Make an Impact

To deliver instrumentation & control engineering expertise to power generation utilities and other customers. The specific accountabilities of the position are as follows:

• Provide input and direction to the development of conceptual/detailed equipment designs as they progress through a structured design process.
• Provide technical oversight and mentoring of more junior members of the Engineering team.
• Provide a high level of expertise in one or more specific areas related to electrical/I&C engineering, e.g., control instrumentation assessment/design/specification of equipment and components, electrical power generation and distribution.
• Strong knowledge of control system design, analysis and equipment including control computers, PID controllers, Digital Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), advanced control theory etc.
• Interface with construction/procurement partners and utility stakeholders, throughout the lifecycle of the design project (i.e., from preliminary and conceptual engineering to detailed design, implementation and close-out) to provide practical and effective solutions as per requirements.
• Provide field support to multi-disciplined plant design modifications, including provision of field engineering.
• Provide technical guidance/direction on projects and act as design team lead where appropriate.
• Understand and assess client problems and determine appropriate means of solution.
• Interface effectively with other staff on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Stay current with developments within their field of expertise.
• Regular travel/visits to client sites in Durham region is required as well as occasional travel within the GTA.
• Other duties as required.

What You Need to Succeed

• A Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Electrical/I&C Engineering (or equivalent) is required.
• A period of 8+ years’ relevant experience is considered necessary.
• A Professional Engineer of Ontario (PEO), or eligible for PEO status, with a passion for engineering.
• Experience with projects related to heavy industry, nuclear refurbishment, new build design or SMR design experience is required.
• In depth knowledge and experience of use of appropriate codes and standards (e.g. N299 and CSA N286), as applied to nuclear plant and conventional plants.
• Experience in control system theory, analysis and design is required
• Experience in project management and interfacing with and coordinating activities of multi-disciplinary teams
• Knowledge and experience working with nuclear power plant systems & processes(Bruce Power, OPG, NB Power or other), e.g. Engineering Change Control is an asset.
• Good time management skills and demonstrated capability to interface effectively with and gain the trust of station customers.
• Good understanding of nuclear power plant design and operation.
• Experience in leading technical projects to successful conclusion.
• Assist in development of proposals and negotiation of contracts with clients
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead complex and/or multi-discipline projects.
• Innovative, enthusiastic and ready to be part of our dynamic team.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize assigned work and to coordinate multiple activities efficiently.
• Must be motivated by working with engineering professionals committed to producing timely and high-quality technical work.
• Ability to work under pressure and be a team player.
• OPG and Bruce Power Security Clearance is an asset

This role requires the successful candidate to complete the security clearance process. The security clearance process is conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and may take up to 12 months to complete.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a voluntary diversity survey. The collection of self-identification data is driven by our commitment to DE&I and ensures Kinectrics' continuous review and improvement of its programs. The information that you provide is strictly confidential and your responses will only be used for statistical purposes. Your responses do not affect your candidacy in any way.

Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.