Junior I&C Technologist

The Opportunity

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

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 over 50 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

• 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.
  
  

Qualifications

• 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.
  
  

The salary range for this position is $50,000 to $70,000 per annum. 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.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. Work remote and at our great office location, right in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
• 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 combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 30,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs

Additional Information

• Organization: 719 ICE