Entry Level Instrumentation & Controls Engineer Jobs in Alberta

At Imperial, we work every day to responsibly develop Canada’s energy resources – applying technology and innovation to supply affordable, accessible and reliable energy while reducing emissions. Imperial recognizes the important role we can play by advancing climate solutions within our operations and by providing lower life-cycle emission products to our customers. This effort is powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by a pride in what we do and what we stand for. 

The success of our upstream, downstream and chemical, and corporate divisions is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies. 

Imperial honours diverse backgrounds so we can be a place where people can bring their full selves to work, no matter their identity, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, or ability.

At Imperial, we want you to come for the position and stay for the career. As an integrated company, we are uniquely positioned to offer you a wide range of career prospects and growth opportunities through the course of your career with us. We invite you to bring your ideas and help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. 

Come be part of the Product Solutions Department at Imperial which has more than 140 year history in Canada and a workforce of 5,500+ total employees. Our offices are located in Edmonton, AB.

What role you will play in our team
 
Imperial is seeking an engineer-in-training (EIT) to provide technical Instrumentation & Controls/Engineering support to its Midstream Business Canada Fuels Operations (CFO) at its distribution and pipeline facilities across Canada.

What you will do

The Instrumentation & Controls Engineer (EIT) is responsible for a range of duties and accountabilities, including but not limited to the following:

Scope of responsibility

• Guide development of projects at pipeline and terminal facilities.
• Review field device specifications for accuracy & applicability
• Guide development of process control network to ensure compliance with Industrial Control System Requiremens
• Review drawings for compliance with standards and industry best practices
• Provide I&C support to field operations sites and aid in troubleshooting operational issues (onsite or remotely)
• Reports to Field Engineering Lead

Key accountabilities

• PLC Programming and maintenance
• Maintain technical drawings (Network architecture for process control networks)
• Develop procedures for installing, configuring and calibrating field equipment
• Obtain & restore back-ups for field devices
• Review and documented changes to network connections and support the review/approval process

The Field Engineer (EIT) is responsible for a range of duties and accountabilities, including but not limited to the following:

Scope of responsibility

• Provide day to day, multi-discipline technical assistance and support to CFO sites and departments across Western Canada
• Guide development of projects at pipeline and terminal facilities
• Support efforts to optimize assets through small projects and field changes and improve reliability through equipment maintenance strategies
• Provide oversight of detailed engineering consultants including review and approval of drawings and technical specifications.

Key accountabilities

• Primary technical contact for an operating area
• Maintaining and updating technical drawings and documents
• Supporting development of projects and initiatives that create business value by optimizing assets
• Engaging senior engineers and other technical experts as needed to resolve issues

About you
 

Skills and Qualification

• Engineering degree from an accredited university (Bachelor or Masters) with the ability to register as an EIT in Canada
• To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted with your application
   

Preferred Skills and Experience/Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in Instrumentation and Controls engineering and/or operations support
• Basic IT security and controls knowledge
• Clear communications, interpersonal and issues resolution skills in a diverse team environment
• Efficient planning, organizational and decision-making skills while influencing various stakeholders
• Adaptable to changing priorities (may include availability outside of regular working hours/weekends/holidays to solve urgent operational issues)
• Ability and willingness to travel across Canada for field activities
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record

Start date: November, 2026
 

Location: Edmonton, AB

Your benefits
 

• Commitment to safety, ethics & continuous improvement - these standards are the reason Imperial is an industry leader. You will work for a company that upholds safety and ethics ideals and continues to seek out ways to improve.
• Exceptional benefits program - includes competitive salary plus savings, pension and health care plans that you can customize to meet your individual needs. Educational and physical fitness financial assistance programs round out our benefits package.
• Competitive vacation package - provides you with three weeks of vacation (the first year is pro-rated based on your hiring date), one scheduled Friday off per month and 12 holidays.
• Flexibility looks different for everyone, which is why we have many programs to help employees balance their work and personal life.  Programs include: Flex Your Day, childcare partnerships and part-time and job-sharing arrangements.
• Opportunity to participate in Employee Led Resource Groups: Women’s Interest Network, Indigenous Network, Black Employee Success Team, Asian Connection for Excellence, Global Organization for the Advancement of Latinos, PRIDE, and the Veterans Advocacy and Support Team.
• Continuous learning environment - encourages you to strengthen your skills and capabilities.
• Successful networking and mentoring programs - enables you to spend time with managers from across the organization to learn about other departments and opportunities.  Also allows you to connect with peers at a similar experience level.
• Early Career Foundation - provides you with the opportunity to specialize in a specific area of expertise or develop skills in a variety of different areas. You will quickly be given large areas of responsibility and will be encouraged to take on stretch assignments as you progress.

Other considerations
 

• For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment background screening will be required
• We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted
• In certain situations, Imperial may use your application to consider your suitability for other positions in the company and may also provide the information to its affiliates, including affiliates of ExxonMobil Corporation, in connection with possible opportunities at those affiliates.
• To be considered for employment, your most recent unofficial transcript(s) must be submitted with your application
   

Application Deadline: August 23, 2026

Imperial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Imperial is committed to providing equitable treatment and equal opportunity to all individuals and encourages all eligible applicants to apply.

Imperial conducts business in a manner that respects the land, environment, rights and cultures of Indigenous communities. In the areas where we explore, develop and operate, Imperial engages Indigenous communities in open and forthright consultation and strives to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect. Please see here for more information on Imperial’s Indigenous Relations Guiding Principles and Guidelines.

Imperial is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request at Recruit.Services.CA@exxonmobil.com.

Eligibility to work in Canada

All applicants who receive an offer of employment must be eligible to work in Canada on a regular full-time basis without restrictions on their start date.  Proof of eligibility shall be in the form of a Canadian birth certificate, Canadian passport, Canadian citizenship certificate, Canadian certificate of permanent residence, Canadian open work permit or receipt from Immigration Canada of an application for a post-graduate work permit. 

Proof of eligibility must be current and valid (not expired, cancelled or voided). Proof of eligibility will be required if an offer of employment is made. Failure to provide proof of eligibility at least six (6) weeks prior to the start date may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

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