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Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

Overview

AtkinsRéalis Engineering Services Canada has a long‑standing track record of successfully delivering projects across all markets. Its expertise spans a wide range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, agri‑food, energy, water, and transportation.

By working closely with our clients, we help maximize assets and improve efficiency, regardless of the field or scale of operations, thereby creating sustainable value for our clients.

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an early‑career Instrumentation and Controls Technician to join its team based in Montreal.

In this role, you will actively participate in the execution of multidisciplinary projects across various industrial sectors, contributing at every stage of the project life cycle—from feasibility studies through to commissioning.

The successful candidate will be involved in the preparation of drawings and specifications, instrumentation design and selection, programming and configuration of automation systems, as well as providing technical support on site and during commissioning. You will work closely with engineers, technicians, and project teams to ensure quality, compliance, and the successful delivery of projects.

This position offers the opportunity to apply your technical skills, independence, and versatility while evolving in a stimulating environment focused on collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Your Role

  • Participate in engineering studies.
  • Attend client meetings to define instrumentation and controls requirements and installation constraints.
  • Conduct site surveys and/or facility inspections.
  • Contribute to the preparation of design criteria and cost estimates.
  • Prepare drawings and technical specifications in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
  • Design control panels and cabinets and select instrumentation.
  • Program and configure automation components (PLC, HMI/SCADA, Historian, etc.).
  • Participate in commissioning activities (pre‑operational checks, testing, calibration, etc.).
  • Work as part of a team with technicians and engineers on specific projects.
  • Ensure compliance with company and client quality standards (effectively applying the ISO 9001 Quality System through corporate policies, procedures, and instructions).
  • Perform any other tasks related to the nature of the position.
Industrial & manufacturing Engineering

Location

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-154621

Salary range

-

About You

We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates growing autonomy and a strong commitment to quality, and who can add value throughout the entire project life cycle.

The following qualities and skills are particularly desirable:

  • Experience in consulting engineering (a strong asset).
  • Overall understanding of applicable industrial codes, regulations, and standards (a strong asset).
  • Strong interest in new technologies (industrial networks, industrial IT, IIoT/diagnostics systems, etc.).
  • ASP Construction safety card (depending on assignments) — an asset.

Requirements

  • Diploma of Vocational Studies (DEP) or equivalent in Instrumentation & Controls or Automation.
  • More than 3 years of experience in instrumentation and controls.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical; good general computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Bilingual (French and English).
  • Experience in industrial environments, including pharmaceutical, agri‑food, and airport sectors (an asset).
  • Basic knowledge of industrial networking (an asset).
  • Basic knowledge of machine safety (an asset).
  • Ability to work independently and demonstrate strong teamwork skills.
  • Ability to manage several small projects simultaneously.
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Experience with various automation platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, AVEVA Wonderware, etc.).
  • Ability to travel occasionally to client sites.

* This position requires knowledge of a language other than French, namely English, as the clients and/or suppliers you will interact with are primarily English-speaking and located outside Québec.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information

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