# Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, Resources

**Company**: WSP
**Experience**: senior
**Job type**: full-time
**Salary**: $114,600 - $151,800 (AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT), $104,500 - $143,900 (MB & ON), $103,500 - $137,400 (NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC)
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Consulting

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## Description

We are WSP, a global organisation providing engineering, advisory, and science-based expertise. Our Resources subsector, part of our Energy, Resources & Industry business line, supports mining and heavy industrial clients across Canada.

As a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer, you will be a senior subject matter expert in instrumentation and controls engineering for both new construction and brownfield mining, metals, and other heavy industrial projects. You will influence project outcomes from concept through completion, helping our clients operate safely, reliably, and efficiently.

**Your Impact**

- Lead the design and delivery of instrumentation and control systems for mining and heavy industrial facilities

- Oversee control philosophy, system architecture, and functional specifications for complex process systems

- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams to ensure fully integrated project solutions

- Drive innovation by applying advanced automation, digitalisation, and control technologies

- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and quality reviews for project teams

- Support project execution through all phases,from concept to commissioning and operational optimisation

- Engage with clients to understand operational needs and deliver tailored, high-value engineering solutions

- Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards across all deliverables

**The Skills That Set You Apart**

- At least 12+ years of electrical engineering design experience supporting heavy industrial facilities

- Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or related Engineering discipline

- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility in Canada

- Extensive experience delivering instrumentation and controls engineering within mining or heavy industrial sectors

- Strong expertise in PLC, DCS, SCADA systems, and process automation platforms

- Proven ability to develop control narratives, P&IDs, loop diagrams, and I/O lists

- Experience with commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational support in industrial environments

- Strong understanding of safety systems, hazardous area classification, and applicable codes and standards

- Ability to lead complex projects and mentor junior staff while maintaining high technical excellence

**Why Choose WSP?**

- Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026

- A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach

- Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition , because your growth drives ours

- Flexible work, real balance – we recognise the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritise the balance in yours

## Skills

### Required
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation
- PLC
- DCS
- SCADA
- Process Automation
- Control Systems Design
- Project Management
- Technical Leadership
- Mentorship

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