At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design and delivery of innovative instrumentation and control systems for mining projects.
- Company: Join WSP, a top Canadian employer with a global community of innovators.
- Benefits: Flexible work, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with mentorship opportunities and a focus on safety.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Canada's future through transformative industrial projects.
- Qualifications: 12+ years in electrical engineering with expertise in automation and controls.
The predicted salary is between 114600 - 151800 $ per year.
What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it. We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.
The Opportunity: WSP’s Resources subsector, part of our Energy, Resources & Industry business line, supports mining and heavy industrial clients across Canada. Our teams deliver engineering and project execution excellence across the full project lifecycle—from conceptual studies and detailed design to commissioning, optimization, and beyond. This is your opportunity to shape high‑impact infrastructure, drive innovation in automation and process control, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams delivering transformative outcomes across Canada and globally.
Based in one of our Ontario offices - ideally in Northern Ontario, Greater Toronto Area, or Saskatoon as a Senior I&C Engineer, you will support as a senior subject matter expert in instrumentation and controls engineering for both new construction and brownfield mining, metals and other heavy industrial projects, influencing project outcomes from concept through completion. Your work will help 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, digitalization, 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 optimization.
- 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 recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
Make Your Mark with WSP: If you're ready to bring your expertise to impactful industrial projects, we’d love to hear from you. Together, let’s build the systems that power Canada’s future.
About Us: At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity. It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges – engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion – to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact. At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day – applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits). WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.
Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in Markham employer: WSP in Canada
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