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How much do senior instrumentation and controls engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior instrumentation and controls engineer in Alberta is $101,685.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,500.00 and $111,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a senior instrumentation and controls engineer do?

A Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and managing systems that monitor and control engineering processes. They work with instruments and control systems to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of manufacturing or industrial facilities. Their work often involves selecting appropriate instrumentation, programming control systems, troubleshooting issues, and leading project teams. In addition, they may be involved in ensuring compliance with safety and industry regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by senior instrumentation and controls engineers in large-scale industrial projects?

Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineers often encounter challenges such as integrating new technologies with legacy systems, managing tight project deadlines, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams—like process, electrical, and mechanical engineering—is crucial for successful system design and implementation. Balancing technical leadership with hands-on troubleshooting and mentoring junior engineers is also a key aspect of the role, especially when overseeing commissioning and startup phases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior instrumentation and controls engineer?

To thrive as a Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical or control systems engineering, experience with instrumentation design, and typically a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Proficiency in PLC/DCS programming, SCADA systems, and industry-specific standards (such as ISA or IEC), as well as relevant certifications like PE or ISA CAP, is highly valued. Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help you lead teams and coordinate with multidisciplinary stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable automation solutions in complex industrial environments.

What is the difference between Senior Instrumentation And Controls Engineer vs Instrumentation And Controls Technician?

AspectSenior Instrumentation And Controls EngineerInstrumentation And Controls Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, professional engineering license often preferredTechnical diploma or associate degree in instrumentation or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign, project management, system integration in industrial or manufacturing settingsInstallation, maintenance, troubleshooting of instrumentation systems on-site
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, manufacturing plants, oil & gas, power generationIndustrial facilities, maintenance companies, plant operations

The Senior Instrumentation And Controls Engineer typically focuses on system design, project oversight, and engineering analysis, requiring higher education and certifications. In contrast, the Instrumentation And Controls Technician handles hands-on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks. Both roles are essential in industrial settings but differ in responsibilities, qualifications, and work scope.

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Infographic showing various Senior Instrumentation And Controls Engineer job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,685 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Wood PLC

Edmonton, AB • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join its Projects Canada business. This opportunity is hybrid and based in Edmonton, AB, supporting the execution of projects with a primary focus on the Shell Scotford Program.

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The Role

The Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer / Technologist will coordinate the execution of instrumentation and controls engineering activities across a variety of projects within Wood's Projects Canada business, with a primary focus on the Shell Scotford Program. Supporting both greenfield and brownfield projects, this role will contribute throughout the project lifecycle, including Studies, Design Basis Memoranda (DBM), Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), Detailed Design, Procurement, Fabrication, Construction, and Commissioning. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver safe, high-quality engineering solutions.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Projects Canada business delivers consulting, engineering, procurement, and project services across Canada's energy and industrial sectors. Our teams support complex brownfield and greenfield developments, partnering with industry-leading clients to deliver safe, innovative, and sustainable engineering solutions throughout the full project lifecycle.

What We Can Offer

  •  Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to industry-leading clients across Canada.
  •  Flexible hybrid working arrangements balancing client, team, and individual needs.
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, supported by employee networks across the business.
  • Competitive salary with regular market-based reviews.
  • Flexible benefits package to suit your lifestyle.
  •  Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual career goals.
  • Global collaboration with industry experts shaping engineering excellence worldwide.

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise of professional recruiters for application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement 
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you don't meet every requirement below, we encourage you to apply if you believe your experience and potential align with this role.

Expected:

  • Diploma in Instrumentation Technology or Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
  • Minimum eight years of Instrumentation & Controls engineering experience.
  • Strong knowledge of API, ASME, CSA, and ISA codes, standards, and industry practices.
  • Demonstrated experience leading instrumentation and controls engineering activities on multidisciplinary projects.
  • Strong understanding of industrial communication and network systems.
  •  Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable:

  •  Experience within the oil and gas industry.
  • Experience using SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI/Intools).
  •  Registration with, or eligibility for registration through, APEGA.
  • Experience supporting FATs, SATs, and commissioning activities.
  •  Serve as the Instrumentation & Controls Working Lead on assigned projects.
  • Ensure compliance with Wood engineering procedures, company standards, and quality management requirements.
  • Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, vendors, and suppliers.
  • Provide technical input to P&ID development and review activities.
  • Specify, select, and size field instrumentation including pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments, control valves, on/off valves, relief valves, and associated control devices.
  • Prepare and review control system engineering deliverables, including Control Philosophies, Control Narratives, Cause & Effect Diagrams, and Control System Architectures.
  •  Apply knowledge of industrial communication networks and fiber optic systems during project execution.
  • Participate in HAZOP, LOPA, SIL, and other process safety reviews.
  • Prepare and review instrument loop diagrams, control system cabinet designs, and wiring drawings.
  • Review engineering deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, completeness, quality, and compliance with project scope.
  • Prepare Material Requisitions (MRs), Technical Bid Evaluations (TBEs), and equipment award recommendations for instrumentation and control systems.
  • Develop and review instrument engineering documentation, including Instrument Indexes, I/O Lists, I/O Assignments, and Load Lists.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients, vendors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
  • Provide technical support during Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs).
  • Support and mentor junior Instrumentation & Controls engineers and designers.
     

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