Senior Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Wood Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is seeking a Senior Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in Vancouver to oversee projects in the BioProducts sector. The ideal candidate should have over ten years of experience, a degree in engineering, and expertise in managing multiple projects. The position offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $187,000 along with a flexible benefits package. A commitment to diversity and professional development is emphasized in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits package

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant technical industry experience.
• Registered or eligible to register with EGBC in British Columbia.
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the I&C engineering and design team.
• Oversee project delivery to meet budget, schedule, and quality targets.
• Coordinate with project managers for efficient execution of projects.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication

Client satisfaction

Education

Instrumentation Technologist / Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

AVEVA Instrumentation

Job description

Senior Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Job Description

Wood is recruiting for a Senior Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join its Canadian business focusing on projects across BioProducts sector.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is currently seeking a highly motivated Lead I&C Engineer to join our team, preferably based in Vancouver, Canada. Other locations could be Grande Prairie or Edmonton. This role has responsibility for supporting the growth within I&C engineering and design team for our BioProducts sector as well as being a working lead on projects.

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood’s Canada Projects team is a recognized leader in the forest and bio-industries. We provide end-to-end EP/EPF/EPCM services to clients in pulp and paper, biomass, and sustainable industrial infrastructure, helping drive energy transition and decarbonization through use of latest technologies in alternative fuels as well as carbon capture.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across Canada
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Salary range for this position is $150,000.00 - $187,000.00
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Head of Department I&C and Telecom Engineering, this role involves Leadership and mentoring within the I&C engineering and design team
• Oversee project delivery within BioProducts for I&C to meet budget, schedule, and quality targets
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and quality systems
• Coordinate with project managers for efficient execution and utilization of staff
• Coordinate and lead work with distributed teams and work-share offices
• Monitor team performance and forecast resource needs within the business segment
• Providing input to process for P&ID development
• Participate in HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL reviews
• Participate in the BioProducts leadership team to help identify and secure new project opportunities
• Prepare and/or review and approve technical deliverables and proposals
• Participates in project audits (quality and technical)
• Stay current with industry standards and tools, and implement improvements
• Promote a safety culture aligned with Wood Canada Ltd

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Instrumentation Technologist / Bachelors of Engineering from an accredited University or College.
• Registered or eligible to be registered with EGBC in British Columbia and/or other provinces (PE in the U.S. is an asset)
• At least 10 years of relevant technical industry experience
• Strong knowledge of industry practices and codes/directives
• Has the ability to manage multiple ongoing projects
• Experience in AVEVA Instrumentation is an asset
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Committed to client satisfaction and team success

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Job Info

• Job Identification 25436
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 12/16/2025, 09:20 PM
• Job Schedule Full time