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Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer – High-Impact US Growth Role (California PE Required)
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a client actively building its North American engineering capability. They are seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to play a key leadership role in shaping project delivery standards and executing technically complex projects.This is a high-impact position with full lifecycle responsibility on large-scale mining, mineral processing, and heavy industrial developments — from front-end engineering and detailed design through commissioning and site execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead Instrumentation & Controls design and delivery across multidisciplinary projects.
- Own critical deliverables: P&IDs, control philosophies, I/O lists, instrument datasheets, loop diagrams, functional descriptions, alarm registers, and cause & effect matrices.
- Provide technical direction on PLC, SCADA, and industrial control systems.
- Oversee FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities, including complex troubleshooting.
- Mentor junior engineers and collaborate closely with process, electrical, and mechanical disciplines.
- Engage directly with clients on technical decisions and solutions.
Essential Requirements:
- Significant experience in project delivery environments (EPC, system integrator, or owner-operator).
- Strong hands-on expertise in PLC programming and control systems.
- Demonstrated success leading I&C scope on complex projects.
- Proven commissioning and troubleshooting experience in operational plants.
- Experience mentoring and developing less experienced engineers.
- Registered Professional Engineer (Electrical) license in the state of California — mandatory requirement.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Mining, mineral processing, or heavy industry background is highly preferred.
This role offers global project exposure, occasional international site travel, and the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to the client’s US growth.
If you are a licensed California PE with strong senior-level I&C experience and are interested in a confidential discussion, please send your resume or reach out directly.
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Salary : $130,000 - $150,000