Intermediate Instrumentation & Controls Engineer
- Vancouver, BC, Canada
Full-time
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At Lauren, we believe the best work happens when people are motivated to do what they do best. That means creating an environment where team members work together, take ownership, and see their hard work all the way through to success.
We’re into doing the right thing, even when it’s hard. We value people who speak up, stay accountable, and look for better ways forward. We leverage each other’s strengths, sweat the details, and take pride in the results we deliver.
If you’re looking for a place where your judgment matters, and your hard work actually pays off, you’ll feel at home at Lauren.
Job Description
Company Overview
Lauren Services provides full-cycle project delivery solutions to the energy sector, including Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Commissioning & Start-up, and Operations Support. We are known for delivering safe, high-quality, and cost-effective projects through innovation, collaboration, and strong client relationships.
Position Summary
Lauren Services is seeking an Intermediate Instrumentation & Controls Engineer with a minimum of 8 years of experience and a valid P.Eng designation. This role involves leading and supporting the design and execution of both instrumentation and control systems for industrial projects in the Oil & Gas, Power, and Petrochemical sectors. The position is hybrid with flexible hours and offers opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
Key Responsibilities
At Lauren, we believe the best work happens when people are motivated to do what they do best. That means creating an environment where team members work together, take ownership, and see their hard work all the way through to success.
We’re into doing the right thing, even when it’s hard. We value people who speak up, stay accountable, and look for better ways forward. We leverage each other’s strengths, sweat the details, and take pride in the results we deliver.
If you’re looking for a place where your judgment matters, and your hard work actually pays off, you’ll feel at home at Lauren.
Job Description
Company Overview
Lauren Services provides full-cycle project delivery solutions to the energy sector, including Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Commissioning & Start-up, and Operations Support. We are known for delivering safe, high-quality, and cost-effective projects through innovation, collaboration, and strong client relationships.
Position Summary
Lauren Services is seeking an Intermediate Instrumentation & Controls Engineer with a minimum of 8 years of experience and a valid P.Eng designation. This role involves leading and supporting the design and execution of both instrumentation and control systems for industrial projects in the Oil & Gas, Power, and Petrochemical sectors. The position is hybrid with flexible hours and offers opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of I&C engineering deliverables including:
- Instrument indexes, loop diagrams, wiring and termination drawings
- Control narratives, cause & effect matrices, alarm lists
- Control panel layouts and control system architecture diagrams
- Analyze P&IDs and process documentation to inform instrumentation and control strategies
- Specify and select field instruments and control devices based on process and design requirements
- Support field activities including site visits, commissioning, and start-up
- Prepare material specifications, data sheets, and conduct technical bid evaluations
- Review vendor documentation for compliance with instrumentation and control requirements
- Ensure designs meet applicable codes and standards (CEC, ISA, CSA, API, etc.)
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, designers, and project managers
- Maintain compliance with Lauren’s health, safety, and quality management systems
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Control Systems Engineering
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in good standing
- Minimum 8 years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering within Oil & Gas or EPCM environments
- Strong knowledge of field instrumentation, PLC/HMI systems, and control panel design
- Experience with PLC/HMI programming and troubleshooting. Specific experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and GE/Emerson a plus.
- Experience with control system architecture and integration
- Familiarity with Canadian Electrical Code and relevant industry standards
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Project management experience is an asset
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proactive and collaborative approach to engineering execution
- Comfortable interacting with engineers, designers, and stakeholders
- Familiarity with DBMs, project planning, and scheduling from an I&C perspective is an asset
- Hybrid work model with flexible hours
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities to work on impactful energy sector projects
- Career development and advancement pathways
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Responsibilities
Lead and support instrumentation and control system design and execution, including engineering deliverables, instrument selection, control architecture, and technical reviews. Support field activities such as site visits, commissioning, and start-up while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and company safety and quality systems.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical, instrumentation, or control systems engineering, a current P.Eng designation, and at least eight years of relevant I&C experience in Oil & Gas or EPCM environments. Candidates should have strong knowledge of field instrumentation, PLC/HMI systems, control panel design, system integration, and Canadian codes and standards; PLC/HMI experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or GE/Emerson is an advantage.
Skills
- Instrumentation and Controls Engineering
- Field Instrumentation
- PLC/HMI Systems
- PLC/HMI Programming and Troubleshooting
- Control Panel Design
- Control System Architecture and Integration
- Instrument Specification and Selection
- P&ID Analysis
- Commissioning and Start-Up
- Technical Bid Evaluation
- Vendor Documentation Review
- Canadian Electrical Code
- ISA, CSA, and API Standards
- Project Management
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Model
- Flexible Hours
- Supportive and Collaborative Team Environment
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Career Advancement Pathways
- Work-Life Balance
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Categories
- Engineering
- Energy
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Instrumentation and Controls
- Oil and Gas
- Power
- Petrochemical
- EPCM
- P.Eng
- Instrument Indexes
- Loop Diagrams
- Wiring and Termination Drawings
- Control Narratives
- Cause and Effect Matrices
- Alarm Lists
- Control Panel Layouts
- Control System Architecture
- P&IDs
- Field Instruments
- PLC
- HMI
- Allen-Bradley
- Siemens
- GE/Emerson
- Commissioning
- Start-Up
- Technical Bid Evaluations
- Canadian Electrical Code
- ISA
- CSA
- API
- Design Basis Memoranda
- Project Planning and Scheduling