Int. Controls Engineer – Propak Systems

Job Title: Int. Controls Engineer

Location: Airdrie, AB

Job Description: Description :Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and design of basic, detailed, and conceptual engineering packages: DCS/PLC system design
• Produces Instrumentation-related engineering deliverables, i.e. instrument indexes, installation details, datasheets, material requisitions, tender adjudication, evaluation of alternatives and selection of instruments, document control logs, bill of materials, and instrument change approvals
• Produces Control System-related engineering deliverables, i.e. logic drawings, block diagrams, control system layouts, control panel design, wiring details, I/O assignment, control system hardware selection, loops assignment drawings, HMI, control system topology, and control narrative
• Supports Process/Project Engineers in preparing Control Narrative and S/D matrix
• Generates technical bid evaluations
• Reviews vendor quotations
• Generates Bill of Material (BOM)
• Reads and understands P&IDs, line lists, piping material specification, and electrical drawings and specifications
• Ensures compliance with government standards and client specifications
• Views instruments, control panels, and installations in the yard or shop
• Advises on proper installation of instruments, control panels, and installations
• Attends Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Customer Acceptance Tests (CAT)
• Attends project progress meetings
• Tracks time to jobs
• Works closely with peers, senior control engineers, multidisciplinary engineers, designers, drafters, and programmers

• Programs PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, and RTU for the oil and gas industry
• Commissions controls systems
• Tests electrical and instrumentation equipment
• Reviews/Modifies electrical schematics.
• Ensures each project meets contract scope of supply and design specifications
• Conducts FAT/SAT on oil and gas equipment
• Works with engineers to create control philosophies for oil and gas equipment
• Travels, domestically and internationally, to assist in the commissioning and start-up

of oil and gas equipmentPrerequisitesEducation

• A recognized diploma in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering Technology
• A degree in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering or a two-year diploma in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering Technology
• Eng or ASET Certification

Experience

• Experience in Instrumentation and Control Systems in the oil and gas or petrochemical industry is an asset
• The following experience is an asset:

• Programming PLC/DCS/HMI control systems
• Programming Allen Bradley Factory Talk ME/SE and RS Logix 5000/500
• P&ID’s, Cause and Effect, Shutdown Keys
• Reviewing and modifying electrical schematics
• Calibrating and testing instrumentation
• Experience in PLC System (preferably Allen-Bradley ControlLogix)

Other

• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite of programs, Windows Operating Systems, AutoCAD Drawing Viewer, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Units Converter
• Must be willing and able to travel, domestically and internationally, up to 30% of the time
• As a condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to sign a Drug-Free Workplace Agreement, a Conflict of Interest Agreement, and Confidentiality and Invention Agreement

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to learn Instrumentation software programs including Visual Enterprise

• Problem solving: Resolving instrumentation and control system application issues
• Strong knowledge of control systems, automation, and instrumentation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills needed to fulfill responsibilities of preparing cost and material estimates, requesting revised quotes, responding to vendor questions and concerns, and assisting peers, engineers, and others with Instrumentation questions
• Excellent reading, research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret and utilize complex information.
• Ability to use manuals to solve problems such as applying the correct instrumentation to an application, using a client’s specification, applying electrical specifications to instruments, and comparing instruments for competitive quotes

• Strong trouble shooting skills
• Strong computer skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to meet objectives while working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and strict deadlines
• Adaptable to changing demands
• Ability to take independent action to accomplish objectives
• Excellent reading, research, and analytical skills
• Ability to interpret and utilize complex information
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to monitor the quality of own work
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written and graphical communication skills
• Strong command of the English language
• Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills
• Advanced mathematics and science skills
• Problem solving
• Ability to resolve technical problems
• Ability to create systems for checking accuracy
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions

RelationshipsInternal

• Assists technologists, engineers, and others with control system questions
• Viewing instruments and control system panels in the yard and shop and resolving issues
• Works as a team member to assist in developing standards and refining stock plant standards
• Answers interdepartmental requests and queries
• Regular communication with Electrical, Project, Purchasing, and Expediting
• Actively participates in monthly progress meetings

• Work independently and as part of a team to achieve departmental goals

• Must work in a team environment
• Required to attend meetings and liaise with senior, multidisciplinary professionals
• Confers with shop and departmental personnel while gathering information
• May be required to prepare internal reports

External

• May be required to visit client site during commissioning and start-up
• Must build positive relationships with vendors, attend informational sessions and engage in broad scope of vendor communication to assure competitive pricing

Authority Level

• Technical decisions are routine in nature and will follow precedents and procedures
• Manager is readily available for assistance and guidance
• Work is reviewed for accuracy and conformance with prescribed procedures
• Make routine decisions without involvement of management
• Advise others on control systems and automation
• Use skills and knowledge to assist in developing standards and refining stock plant standards

Work EnvironmentSpecific Work Conditions

• The work is performed in an office setting and requires the need to deal with a diversity of people when responding to interdepartmental inquiries and assisting with instrumentation issues, responding to interdepartmental requests, and liaising with Purchasing and vendors

• Coping with frequent interruption and changing priorities

• Required to attend meetings at other buildings

• Occasional project site visits, often with little notice

Physical Requirements

• Requires ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods using a computer, reading manuals, etc…
• Occasional ability to lift, carry, and put away file boxes weighing up to 25 lbs
• Manual dexterity for data input, paperwork and use of standard office equipment
• Climbing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling when examining equipment

• Must wear company-standard PPE when entering fabrication shops or visiting project sites. Project site PPE includes CSA approved steel toed boots and long pants

• Walking on uneven ground is to be expected at project sites

Performance MeasuresTime Management

• Undertakes effective daily planning to assure tasks are completed on time
• Maintains a professional attitude under time constraints and changing priorities

Accuracy

• Work is performed thoroughly and accurately
• Identifies proper instrumentation and controls standards and codes
• Approaches work methodically and with precision
• The outcome of the work is complete and error free
• Identifies proper standards and codes
• Consistently monitors the accuracy of work performed by self and others
• Contacts appropriate departments and personnel in order to resolve discrepancies
• Work processes are monitored and evaluated and new work procedures are developed as necessary
• Reports are error free and professionally presented within the scope of the position

Communication Skills

• Understands and follows written and oral directions
• Exhibits strong analytical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with diverse individuals
• Able to communicate complex information and ideas and provide clear explanations to internal and external clients
• Ensures the flow of information in all necessary directions at the right time
• Can read, interpret, and utilize complex materials, computer based designs, drawings, specialized technical manuals, and specifications
• Has a positive working relationship with other staff
• Willing to work toward the company’s goals and timelines

Quantity and Quality of Work

• Consistently produces error free work within appropriate timeframe
• Effectively deals with changing priorities in order to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a professional manner
• Demonstrates the ability to learn new systems and procedures
• Offers additional assistance when required
• Demonstrates ability to gather information and make independent decisions within the scope of the position
• Keeps abreast of new technology, systems, processes, and regulations
• Able to find innovative solutions to problems through research, testing, and analysis

Company Name: Propak Systems

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