Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineer

Mipac; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mipac has opened a new office in Tucson, Arizona, seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to help shape local and global project delivery. You will work across the I&C lifecycle on mining, mineral processing, and heavy industrial projects.

The role involves front-end engineering, detailed design, commissioning, site execution, and travel to site locations in North America and internationally. You will collaborate with global engineers and contribute to FAT, SAT, and commissioning

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems.
• Experience generating I&C documentation like P&IDs, loop diagrams, functional descriptions.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms and industrial instruments (4-20 mA, analog, digital, HART).
• Experience in site-based work and commissioning with troubleshooting in live environments.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for mining and heavy industry.
• Develop and interpret P&IDs, control philosophies, and functional descriptions.
• Prepare I&C deliverables: IO lists, signal schedules, instrument datasheets, loop diagrams.
• Create and review alarm registers and control narratives.
• Support FAT, SAT, and commissioning documentation and testing.
• Configure and support PLC/SCADA systems; perform I/O configuration and testing.
• Collaborate with process, electrical, and mechanical engineers for system integration.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA/HMI development

I/O configuration

Instrumentation fundamentals

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

FactoryTalk Site Edition

DeltaV Live

SCADA software (general)

Job description

The Opportunity

Mipac has expanded into the United States and has opened a new office in Tucson, Arizona. This is a unique opportunity for an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join the business at an early stage of its US growth and play a key role in shaping local and global project delivery.

In this role, you will work across the full Instrumentation & Controls lifecycle; from front-end engineering and detailed design through to commissioning and site execution, on technically complex projects for mining, mineral processing, and heavy industrial clients.

You will collaborate closely with experienced engineers across Mipac’s global offices and gain exposure to large-scale projects delivered internationally. Depending on project needs, the role may include travel to site locations in North America and internationally, including regions such as Africa, South America, and Canada.

This position is well suited to an I&C engineer who enjoys hands-on technical work, problem-solving in real operating environments, and being actively involved in project delivery from concept through to commissioning.

Your responsibilities

As part of a multidisciplinary project delivery team, you will:

• Contribute to the design and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for mining, mineral processing, and heavy industrial projects.
• Develop and interpret P&IDs, control philosophies, and functional descriptions to support integrated I&C solutions.
• Support the preparation of instrumentation and controls deliverables, including:
• I/O lists and signal schedules
• Instrument datasheets and specifications
• Loop diagrams and wiring details
• Functional descriptions and control narratives
• Alarm registers and cause & effect matrices
• FAT, SAT, and commissioning documentation
• Configure and support PLC and SCADA systems, including I/O configuration and system testing.
• Participate in FAT, SAT, and on-site commissioning activities, including loop checks, point-to-point testing, troubleshooting, and system validation.
• Work closely with process, electrical, and mechanical engineers to ensure effective integration of field instrumentation, electrical systems, and control platforms.
• Support client engagement and internal technical reviews to ensure solutions meet project, safety, and quality requirements.
• Apply company, client, and industry standards while building strong engineering judgement through hands-on project experience.

What we are looking for

Essential

• Experience working in a project-based engineering environment, such as an EPC, system integrator, or owner-operator supporting capital or brownfield projects.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems, including I/O configuration.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI development, such as FactoryTalk Site Edition, Delta V Live and/or similar platforms.
• Solid understanding of instrumentation fundamentals, including common field instruments (pressure, flow, level, temperature, analyzers) and industrial signal types (e.g. 4-20 mA, digital, HART).
• Experience generating and working with I&C documentation, including P&IDs, loop diagrams, functional descriptions, alarm registers, and commissioning plans.
• Exposure to site-based work and commissioning, with the ability to troubleshoot issues in live or construction environments.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required by project schedules.

Preferred (but not required)

• Experience in mining, mineral processing, heavy industry, or similar process-based environments.
• Familiarity with multiple PLC/DCS platforms (e.g. Rockwell, DeltaV and/or Siemens).

Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without employer sponsorship, now or in the future. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Why Join Mipac?

At Mipac, we pride ourselves on offering an exciting and challenging place to grow your career in an environment that allows for creativity, flexibility, and support. We believe you’ll love working with us if you:

• Thrive collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds
• Welcome challenges with a can-do attitude and solution focus
• Value excellence and hard work
• Want to work on some of the world’s biggest projects
• Are a keen learner interested in being exposed to different technologies, sites, vendors, and/or programming languages
• Value leaders who are approachable, supportive, and roll up their sleeves when needed

About us

For Mipac, we’re global leaders in operational technology, control systems, and engineering services across a range of sectors. We empower and engage workforces, creating automation and digitalisation solutions for our clients which enable easy decision-making and increased productivity, performance, and safety. We believe every problem has a solution and are dedicated to solving even the most complex of challenges.

For more about what we do, visit www.mipac.com.au.

Please note: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Mipac is unable to provide current or future employment visa sponsorship for this position.