THE OPPORTUNITY:

Tetra Tech is adding a Junior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer or Technologist to our Instrumentation & Controls team based in Vancouver, BC.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• EITs: Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation & Controls or a related field.
• Technologists: Diploma in Automation and Instrumentation or a related field.
• New grads welcome to apply!

Experience in Consulting Engineering, Oil, Gas Refining considered an asset.

• Knowledge of computer design tools – AutoCAD, SPI Intools, 3D modelling.
• Hardware / software troubleshooting skills.
• PLC/HMI/DCS programming experience using industry standard software packages.
• SCADA system design and programming.
• Experience with Schneider / Modicon and/or Rockwell controller products.
• Experience with industrial network design and implementation including Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and Modbus.
• Format training from control system vendor or industry software tools will be considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills required for internal team interfaces and client liaison.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to new projects and quickly understand the defined scope.
• Fluency in one or more control system languages will be considered an asset.
• Project management skills.
• Adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

• Work as an instrumentation and controls member of a multi-discipline design team with project teams in multiple offices.
• Develop control strategies and control narratives; provide P&ID assistance to the Process Group.
• Specify instruments and final control devices.
• Prepare instrumentation and control system layout drawings and block diagrams.
• Design automation systems including PLC, HMI, DCS, and communication networks.
• Prepare network diagrams and PLC/DCS gateway interface lists.
• Perform site visits to field verify design details.
• Design PLC panels and prepare panel layouts, I/O module schematics, termination diagrams, bills of material, and cable schedules.
• Prepare hardware and software specifications.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing for major equipment.
• Work with electrical designers on electrical motor control systems including MCCs, soft starters, and VFDs.
• Contribute to electrical area classification drawings.
• Prepare instrumentation and controls construction work packages.
• Develop PLC, HMI, and communication module programs.
• Perform software simulations, acceptance testing with clients, pre-commissioning, and site commissioning of PLCs, HMIs, and networks.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.