Intermediate I&C Technologist
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding an Instrumentation & Controls Technologist to our EI&C team based in Thunder Bay, ON. This is a new position for which we are actively recruiting.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For nearly 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Our office specializes in small to mid-sized projects for clients across Canada. The types of clients we work for include:
- Heavy Industrial Facilities
- Pipelines and Refineries
- Mining and Mineral Processing
- Municipal & Utilities
- Water Treatment
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role:
- Prepare instrumentation and controls construction work packages.
- Design instrumentation and automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, DCSs, and industrial communication networks.
- Develop control strategies and narratives, and provide P&ID support to the Process Group.
- Prepare technical drawings and documentation, including system layouts, network diagrams, panel designs, schematics, specifications, and bills of material.
- Develop PLC, HMI, and communication module programs.
- Collaborate with electrical designers on motor control systems, including MCCs, soft starters, VFDs, and electrical area classification drawings.
- Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), software testing, pre-commissioning, and site commissioning of control systems and networks.
- Conduct site visits to verify design details and support project requirements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams across multiple offices to deliver engineering projects.
- 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.
Qualifications:
- Diploma in Automation and Instrumentation Technology or an equivalent technical discipline.
- 4–10 years of progressive experience as an Instrumentation & Controls Technologist preferred.
- Experience in consulting engineering, mining and mineral processing, or oil and gas refining considered an asset.
- Experience with engineering design software such as AutoCAD, SPI INtools, or similar programs.
- Knowledge of PLC/HMI/DCS systems, industrial communication networks, and control system programming. Experience with industry-standard platforms considered an asset.
- Strong technical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to adapt to different systems and project requirements.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
- Commitment to following established health and safety standards and procedures.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $85,000 per year. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Tetra Tech may use AI-enabled tools to screen, assess, and assist in selecting applicants for this position based on job-related criteria. However, a human decision-maker will decide who moves forward throughout every stage of the hiring process.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
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