Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - ( 24000314 )DescriptionMany of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+UYour OpportunityStantec has been partnering with our clients for centuries to improve the quality of life around the world. We operate with the strength of a $4.8B company paired with the agility of an established practice that has delivered some of the most iconic and cutting-edge projects around the world. This proud legacy has fostered a culture of innovation and safety, leading our team to design some of the world’s most impactful water projects—projects vital to both local and global communities.Are you ready to join our Instrumentation and Controls team?Stantec is currently seeking a mid to senior level Instrumentation and Controls engineer with strong interest in being part of a purpose-driven organization that is focused on helping our clients, colleagues, and communities thrive.Successful applicant will work with a multidiscipline group of engineers and designers providing technical services to public and private sector clients. Primary duties include control systems engineering, process control strategy planning, automation designs, construction support services, planning studies with detailed analyses, and designs related to water and wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations. Experience with equipment selections, equipment and communication network layouts, and process control design coordination with other engineering disciplines is required. Candidate should be at ease with core aspects of PLC, HMI and SCADA system planning, design, programming, and upgrade. Depending on job size and complexity, duties may be performed as project I&C lead or as a project team member under the guidance of a principal level I&C engineer.Successful applicant will be expected to be proficient in:

Marketing Support Activities including

Assisting marketing team with project pursuit strategies

Presentation material development

Presentation participation

Serving as I&C discipline subject matter expert

Design Activities including:

Developing preliminary scope definitions, budgets and staffing plans

Field review and evaluation of existing equipment, control systems (hardware and software) and control panels.

Preparing studies, conceptual reports, and technical memorandums

Conducting I&C engineering and analyses related to various water, wastewater, and industrial waste treatment facilities.

Supporting multi-disciplinary teams with engineering design projects and studies

Developing construction documents (drawings, specifications, and schedules). Drawings for construction include:

Database driven Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's)

Detailed network communication architecture diagrams

Control panel details

CCTV and Access Control System drawings

Point-to-Point Wiring Diagrams

Instrument installation details.

Development of technical specifications and detailed control strategies

Review and evaluation of electrical schematic diagrams and plans; review and evaluation of mechanical specifications with controls content; review and evaluation of process flow diagrams and design criteria; and coordination of I&C deliverables with the process, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.

Procurement support activities:

Preparation and/or review of instrument datasheets

Review of contractor and equipment supplier submittals.

Reviewing Contractor’s shop drawings and submittals related to electrical and I&C work; investigating and developing contract-based responses or engineered solutions to Contractor’s Requests for Information

Review of construction cost estimates

Providing engineering services during construction which may include any one or more of the following:

Equipment supplier shop inspections and factory tests

Active construction site inspections

Support of equipment and control system commissioning, start-up, and performance testing

Assist with system trouble-shooting

Working in a manner to ensure personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.

QualificationsYour Capabilities and Credentials

Possess solid interpersonal skills for working in a team environment (virtual or in-person)

Strong oral and written communication skills - ability to convey project I&C needs to the project managers and clients and to formulate those needs into comprehensive plans and specifications.

Ability to mentor junior staff and work with disparately located project team members

Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Willing and able to travel occasionally. International travel may be required based on project needs.

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering is required, MS preferred; 6 years of experience in instrumentation and controls.

PE license in Control Systems or Electrical Engineering or the ability to obtain within 18 months of hire date is required.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.Primary Location : United States-Virginia-FairfaxOrganization : BC-2243 Water-US DeliveryEmployee Status : RegularJob Level : Individual ContributorTravel : Yes, 10 % of the TimeSchedule : Full-timeJob Posting : Aug 14, 2024, 9:19:01 AMReq ID: 24000314Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans