Supervisor (M) - Instrumentation, Control and Telecom

Kent is looking for an Instrumentation, Control and Telecom Supervisor to join our Engineering team in Sarnia, Ontario. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this position provides technical leadership and supervision to a team of Instrumentation, Control and Telecommunications (ICT) designers and engineers supporting major energy and industrial projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating project deliverables, ensuring technical quality, supporting project execution, and mentoring team members while maintaining compliance with client requirements, applicable codes, and Kent’s HSSEQ standards.

Skills and Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of Instrumentation, Control and Telecom designers and engineers.
• Plan, prioritize, and allocate resources to meet project schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
• Work as I&C and Telecom Discipline Lead to deliver the FEED and detailed engineering scope.
• Develop, Review and approve instrumentation and control engineering deliverables, including:
• Instrument Indexes
• Instrument Data Sheets
• I/O Lists
• Cable Schedules
• Loop Drawings
• Hook-up Drawings
• Wiring Diagrams
• Control System Architecture Drawings
• Control narratives and cause & effect diagrams
• Telecom System Layouts
• Ensure engineering deliverables comply with client specifications, industry standards, and applicable codes.
• Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil/Structural, and Project Management teams to ensure multidisciplinary integration.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other I&C/Telecom Leads, junior and intermediate team members.
• Support proposal development, estimating, resource planning, and project execution strategies.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, constructability reviews, and client meetings.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify technical or schedule risks.
• Review vendor documentation and support procurement activities for instrumentation and telecom equipment.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices.
• Foster a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with Kent’s HSSEQ requirements.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience

Knowledge/Qualification/Training/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration with APEGA is considered an asset.
• Minimum 10+ years of Instrumentation and Control engineering experience within the oil & gas, energy, petrochemical, LNG, mining, or industrial sectors.
• Previous experience supervising or leading I&C/Telecom engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation design principles, control systems, industrial communications, and telecommunications systems.
• Working knowledge of applicable CSA, ISA, IEC, NEC/CEC, and client engineering standards.
• Experience with engineering design software and document management systems.
• Strong planning, organizational, and project coordination skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize and support several projects concurrently while maintaining quality and responsiveness.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills. Resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• Understand and follow Kent policies and KMS requirements.

Communication

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and communicate technical concepts clearly.

Behavior/Core Competencies

• Leadership and people development
• Safety leadership
• Accountability
• Technical excellence
• Customer focus
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Problem solving and sound decision making
• Planning and organization
• Adaptability
• Continuous improvement

HSSEQ

• The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.
• This is a new position.

Compensation

• Hourly Range: $75.00/hr to $80.00/hr
• The hourly range reflects the expected compensation for this role and may vary based on skills, experience, and qualification.

Details about the role

Location: Sarnia, Ontario

• Relocation required: No
• Travel required: Occasional travel to client offices and project sites.
• Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
• Experience level: 10+ years