Role Overview The

Instrumentation & Controls (I&C;) Senior/ Lead

will provide technical authority, discipline leadership, and Engineer-of-Record accountability for instrumentation and controls engineering across industrial projects executed by HOCS Projects.

This senior-level role will lead the I&C; discipline throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept development through detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and project support. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to delivering technically sound, constructible, and compliant designs while mentoring and developing other members of the I&C; team.

Key Responsibilities

Discipline Leadership:

Serve as the I&C; Discipline Lead and technical authority on assigned projects.

Engineering & Design:

Lead instrumentation and controls engineering and design activities from concept development through detailed engineering and construction support.

Instrumentation:

Oversee instrument selection, specification, and instrument datasheet development.

Control Systems:

Lead the development and definition of control system architecture and specify and review applicable hardware and software configurations.

System Technologies:

Provide technical leadership for PLC, DCS, SCADA, ESD, and BMS environments.

Technical Deliverables:

Review and approve key I&C; deliverables, including schematics, loop drawings, control narratives, cause-and-effect matrices, and Construction Work Packages (CWPs).

System Integration:

Ensure instrumentation, control systems, and associated interfaces are appropriately integrated into the overall facility design.

Discipline Leadership & Quality

Technical Authority:

Provide technical direction and engineering leadership for I&C; activities throughout project execution.

Engineer of Record:





Act as the Engineer of Record and take professional responsibility for applicable I&C; engineering deliverables.

Technical Quality:

Maintain accountability for the technical quality, accuracy, completeness, and compliance of I&C; engineering deliverables.

Codes & Standards:

Ensure designs comply with applicable municipal, provincial, federal, and industry codes and regulations, as well as client standards and project requirements.

Engineering Decisions:

Provide sound technical judgment and confidently establish and defend engineering positions where required.

Mentorship:

Mentor and technically guide junior engineers and technologists to strengthen overall discipline capability and support professional development.

Project Planning & Controls

Scope Development:

Define I&C; engineering scope and support the preparation of proposals and project execution strategies.

Cost Estimating : Provide discipline input to engineering and project cost estimates.

Execution Planning:

Provide I&C; input to project execution plans and establish appropriate discipline requirements for successful delivery.

Resource Management:

Allocate and manage I&C; engineering resources based on project scope, priorities, and execution requirements.

Budget & Schedule:

Manage discipline activities within approved budgets and schedules and proactively address issues that may affect project commitments.

Project Execution:

Maintain accountability for I&C; discipline performance and delivery throughout the project lifecycle.

Client Interface:

Interface regularly with clients to ensure alignment on I&C; engineering and design requirements while maintaining a cooperative working relationship.

Multi-Disciplinary Coordination:

Coordinate closely with Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil/Structural, and other disciplines to ensure integrated design execution.

Vendor Coordination:

Provide technical support during procurement activities and review applicable vendor documentation.

Construction Support:

📌 Senior Instrumentation (Calgary)
🏢 HOCS Projects
📍 Calgary