Job description
Senior Control Systems Engineer At ANDRITZ, we don’t just deliver engineering solutions—we help shape the industries that power the world. Our success comes from a team that’s passionate about innovation, collaboration, and solving complex challenges. From advanced automation to digital transformation, we’re driving the future of industrial performance. We’re looking for a Senior Control Systems Engineer to join our Automation & Digitalization team—someone who thrives on building smart, reliable systems and wants to play a key role in delivering impactful projects across North American pulp and paper industrial facilities. What You’ll Do You’ll be at the center of high-impact projects, responsible for guiding control systems project development from concept through commissioning:
• Lead and support control systems projects through all phases—feasibility, design, implementation, and commissioning
• Identify opportunities to expand automation and electrification scope within projects to deliver additional client value
• Collaborate closely with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure project goals, timelines, and budgets are successfully achieved
• Design and develop up-to-date control systems (hardware and software) tailored to client needs
• Develop process control narratives to integrate automation solutions with new and existing equipment and processes
• Build and implement control algorithms and logic, based on industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Test, simulate, and troubleshoot systems to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance
• Produce clear, high-quality technical documentation and project deliverables




• Drive checkout and commissioning activities to completion including the ability to provide training to operations and maintenance teams on DCS system handover Leadership & Impact
• Guide the team
- Mentor and coach junior engineers and technologists to expand their control systems engineering skills and knowledge
• Lead the business – support estimates and proposals, project planning, and risk mitigation strategies
• Lead by example
- Uphold and reinforce ANDRITZ’s quality standards, and core #1ANDRITZway behaviours What You Bring
• Degree or diploma in Engineering (automation, electrical, or related field)
• Registration as EIT, P.
Eng., or AScT in British Columbia
• 10+ years of industrial experience (Pulp & Paper and consulting experience is a strong asset)
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Hands-on design and configuration experience with DCS platforms (e.g., ABB, Emerson, Foxboro, Honeywell)
• Experience with PLC/HMI systems and project management is an asset
• Proven problem-solving ability across control systems hardware, software, and communications
• Strong knowledge of industrial networking and cybersecurity practices
• Willingness and ability to travel to domestic and international project sites
• Legally entitled to work in Canada Why Join ANDRITZ?
• Work on cutting-edge automation and digitalization projects
• Be part of a global leader in industrial engineering
• Collaborate with a team that values innovation, ownership, and continuous learning Salary range 120,000 to 160,000; commensurate with experience. ANDRITZ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Profile description: 

📌 Sr. Project Engineer (Richmond)
🏢 ANDRITZ
📍 Richmond