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Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Montréal, Quebec, Canada | Québec, Quebec, Canada

Overview

AtkinsRéalis Engineering Services Canada has a long-standing track record of successfully delivering projects across a wide range of markets. Our expertise spans industries as diverse as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food and beverage, energy, water, and transportation.

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

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an Early Career Instrumentation and Controls Technician to join our team based in Montreal.

In this role, you will actively contribute to multidisciplinary projects across various industrial sectors, participating in all phases of the project lifecycle, from the study and design stage through commissioning and startup.

The successful candidate will contribute to the preparation of plans and specifications, instrumentation design and selection, automation system programming and configuration, as well as providing technical support during construction and commissioning activities. You will work closely with engineers, technicians, and project teams to ensure quality, compliance, and project success.

This position offers an opportunity to leverage your technical skills, autonomy, and versatility while growing in a stimulating environment focused on collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Your Role

  • Participate in engineering studies.
  • Meet with clients to define instrumentation and control requirements and installation specifications.
  • Participate in site surveys and facility inspections.
  • Assist in preparing design criteria and cost estimates.
  • Prepare plans and specifications in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
  • Design control and automation panels and select instrumentation equipment.
  • Program and configure automation components (PLC, HMI/SCADA, Historian, etc.).
  • Participate in commissioning activities (pre-operational checks, testing, calibration, etc.).
  • Work collaboratively with technicians and engineers on specific projects.
  • Ensure compliance with company and client quality requirements (effectively apply the ISO 9001 Quality System through corporate policies, procedures, and work instructions).
  • Perform any other duties related to the nature of the position.

Industrial & manufacturing Design & Drafting

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-160586

Salary range

-

About You

We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates increasing autonomy and a strong commitment to quality, capable of adding value throughout the project lifecycle. The following qualifications and skills are highly desirable:

  • DEP (Diploma of Vocational Studies) or equivalent in Instrumentation & Control or Automation.
  • More than 3 years of experience in instrumentation and controls.
  • Experience in industrial environments, including pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and airport sectors (an asset).
  • Consulting engineering experience (a significant asset).
  • Experience with various platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Aveva Wonderware, etc.
  • Knowledge of industrial networking (an asset).
  • Knowledge of machine safety (an asset).
  • Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to manage multiple small projects simultaneously.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical, as well as strong general computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Ability to travel occasionally to client sites.
  • Broad understanding of applicable industrial codes, regulations, and standards (a significant asset).
  • Strong interest in new technologies (industrial networks, industrial IT, IIoT systems, diagnostics, etc.).
  • ASP Construction Card (depending on assignments) – Asset.
  • Bilingual (French and English).

*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.

Additional Information

  • For this position,priority will be given to candidates located in the Montreal area.No relocation assistance will be provided.
  • Hybrid work policy:two days per week in the office.
  • Site travel requirements vary depending on assignments.
  • Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

Discover the compensation and benefits that support you throughout every stage of your life and career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Meaningful recognition programs.
  • Comprehensive and flexible benefits designed to meet your health,wellness,financial,and lifestyle needs.
  • Extensive training and professional development opportunities to help you expand your skills and expertise.
  • Hybrid work culture.
  • Generous vacation and leave policies.
  • A workplace that promotes work-life balance.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We are AtkinsRéalis,a world-class engineering services and nuclear company.We connect people,data,and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.

Together with our industry partners,clients,and global team of consultants,engineers,and project managers,we are committed to helping shape a better future for our planet and its people.

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