BerQ RNG

Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Instrumentation and Controls Technician
Notice info
LocationBurlington, ON
Job Typefull time
Remote
Oil and Gas

About This Job


bout Us

BerQ RNG develops, owns, and operates renewable natural gas (“RNG”) projects from waste sources such as agricultural waste, landfill gas and wastewater treatment gas throughout North America and sells RNG to various end users interested in a zero-carbon emission fuel source.

Our Mission is to accelerate the journey of decarbonization while transforming organic waste to renewable natural gas for a better tomorrow.

BerQ RNG contributes positively to the environment by beneficially using biogas generated from these waste sources that are otherwise being wasted. BerQ RNG has entered into an investment partnership with Lotus Infrastructure Partners to develop and acquire RNG projects in all stages, ranging from early development to operating projects. For more information on BerQ RNG, please visit our website at www.berqrng.com.


About the Job

The Senior Instrument and Controls Technician will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of instrumentation, control systems, and automation technologies at our biogas production facilities. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and safety of the plant’s control and monitoring systems, including PLC/SCADA systems, process instrumentation, and industrial automation networks.

This position requires technical leadership, hands-on problem-solving and troubleshooting expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to optimize plant performance and ensure compliance with industry regulations.


Key Responsibilities

- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of control systems, including PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar), HMIs, SCADA, and industrial communication networks.

- Specify, calibrate, and maintain process instrumentation such as flow meters, pressure sensors, gas analyzers, temperature transmitters, and level sensors to ensure precise monitoring and control.

- Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot PLC and SCADA programming to enhance system performance, efficiency, and reliability.

- Ensure regulatory compliance with industry standards such as NFPA, NEC, ISA, OSHA, and EPA requirements for safety, environmental, and operational performance.

- Troubleshoot and diagnose control system failures, instrumentation malfunctions, and automation issues to minimize downtime and improve plant reliability.

- Lead commissioning and startup activities for new control systems and instrumentation, ensuring seamless integration into plant operations.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess plant performance and identify opportunities for process automation, optimization, and cost reduction.

- Manage and oversee contractors and vendors involved in control system upgrades, automation projects, and instrumentation maintenance.

- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including P&IDs, wiring diagrams, control system logic, and maintenance procedures.

- Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers, technicians, and plant personnel on best practices for control system operation and troubleshooting.

- Stay up to date with industry advancements in automation, control systems, cybersecurity, and instrumentation technologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.


Qualifications

- Technical degree in Instrumentation, Controls Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

- Minimum 5+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering within an industrial, biogas, renewable energy, or wastewater treatment environment.

- Extensive expertise in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar), SCADA system development, HMI configuration, and industrial networking protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, etc.).

- Strong knowledge of process instrumentation, control valve automation, PID loop tuning, and safety instrumented systems.

- Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings.

- Understanding of hazardous area classifications and experience working in environments with combustible gases and anaerobic digestion processes.

- Ability to troubleshoot complex control system failures, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions.

- Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

- Experience in managing automation projects, including vendor selection, budgeting, and execution.

- Experience with biogas plants, wastewater treatment, or renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities.

- Familiarity with gas detection systems, flare control, gas conditioning equipment, and methane monitoring.

- Experience with DCS (Distributed Control Systems), industrial cybersecurity, and historian/data analytics tools.

- Experience leading automation projects and working with third-party engineering and system integration firms.


Work Environment

- Hybrid work arrangement requiring attendance at the Burlington, Ontario office two days per week.

- 50% travel to sites.

- Field and office-based work environment, requiring occasional climbing, lifting, and exposure to industrial plant conditions.

- On-call availability for troubleshooting and emergency response as needed.

In addition to a collaborative and supportive work environment, BerQ RNG offers:

- Competitive salary.

- Annual performance incentive bonus opportunity.

- Comprehensive Medical, Dental health coverage for you and your family.

- RRSP Matching

- Paid time off and holidays.

- A culture that values teamwork, collaboration, and opportunity for growth and development.

BerQ RNG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a work environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect. BerQ RNG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable Federal, state, and local laws.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.


How to Apply:

Please send your resume and cover letter to hr@berqrng.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.


Job Type: Full-time


Benefits:

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- RRSP match

- Vision care

- Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burlington, ON L7L 6W6

Similar Jobs

company-logo

Instrumentation and Controls Technician

BerQ RNG
Job Typefull time
 
Burlington, ON
5 days ago
VS

Instrumentation and Controls Technician

V-Tech Solutions
Job Typefull time
Salary
$93600 - $104000
Wilsonville, AL
24 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation and Control Technician

Vale Base Metals
Job Typefull time
 
Greater Sudbury, ON
18 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Technician

GRAND RIVER DAM AUTHORITY
Job Typefull time
 
Chouteau, OK
6 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation & Controls (I & C) Technician

Cyrq Energy
Job Typefull time
Salary
$95680 - $114400
Calipatria, CA
9 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation, Controls, and Electrical Technician

Deep Well Services
Job Typefull time
Salary
$73000 - $75000
Zelienople, PA
10 days ago
company-logo

Production Technician - Instrumentation & Controls (S)

NextEra Energy
Job Typefull time
 
Indiantown, FL
29 days ago
company-logo

Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Technician

Ormat Technologies
 
Fallon, NV
9 days ago
company-logo

Senior Instrumentation and Controls Technician

BerQ RNG
Job Typefull time
 
Remote
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Instrumentation and Controls Technician (Military 2025)

Georgia Power Company
Job Typefull time
 
Smiths Station
10 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Enwave Energy Corporation
Job Typefull time
 
Toronto, ON
14 days ago
company-logo

Controls and Instrumentation Engineer

Graymont
Job Typefull time
 
Alberta, Canada
21 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Prime Ocean
Job Typefull time
Salary
$120000 - $200000
Houston
2 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Cenergy International Services
Job Typecontract
 
Anchorage
8 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Valar Atomics
Job Typefull time
 
Los Angeles
9 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company
Job Typefull time
 
Mineral, VA
15 days ago
company-logo

Intermediate Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

MineSense Technologies
Job Typefull time
 
Vancouver, BC
16 days ago
company-logo

Intermediate Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

MineSense Technologies Ltd.
Job Typefull time
Salary
$63441.04 - $74014.55
Vancouver, BC
16 days ago
company-logo

Instrumentation & Control Engineer

NiSource
Job Typefull time
Salary
$67900 - $165300
Columbus, OH
22 days ago
company-logo

Power Plant Instrumentation & Controls Technician

Vistra Corp.
Job Typefull time
 
Moss Landing, CA
23 days ago

Trending Jobs

company-logo

Electrical Engineer

Dudley Staffing
Job TypeFull time
Salary
$55 - $75
Canonsburg, PA
6 months ago
company-logo

Division Order Analyst

Coronado Resources
Job TypeFull time
 
Dallas, TX
3 months ago
company-logo

Professional Landman

Penterra Services, LLC
Job TypeContract
 
Lovington, NM
2 months ago
company-logo

Business Analyst – Accounting

Permian Resources
Job TypeFull time
Salary
$110000 - $150000
The Woodlands, Texas
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Accounts Payable Clerk

LPR Energy
Job TypeFull time
Salary
$65000 - $65000
Dallas, TX
3 months ago
company-logo

Division Order Landman

R. Lacy Services, Ltd.
Job TypeFull time
 
Longview, TX
2 months ago
company-logo

contract landman

HPS Oil & Gas Properties
Job TypeFull time
 
Lafayette, LA
5 months ago
company-logo

Oil and Gas Land and Title Analyst - SAM Associate II

Bank of America
Job TypeFull time
 
Dallas, TX
4 months ago
company-logo

Title Landman

Sustain Land Services
Job TypeFull time
 
Norman, OK
5 months ago
company-logo

Landman

Stockyards Energy Land Services
Job TypeContract
 
Akiachak, TX
7 months ago
company-logo

Attorney

Toeppich & Associates
Job TypeFull time
 
Houston, TX
over 1 year ago
company-logo

Senior Landman

Greenlake Energy
Job TypeFull time
 
Austin, TX
4 months ago
company-logo

Lead Software Engineer

Energy Hire
Job TypeFull time
Salary
$120000 - $180000
Dallas, Texas
6 days ago
company-logo

contract Landman

HPS Oil & Gas Properties
Job TypeFull time
 
Midland, TX
5 months ago
company-logo

Oil and Gas Title Attorney

Oliva Gibbs PLLC
Job TypeFull time
 
Houston, TX
3 months ago
company-logo

Data Analyst

River City Science Academy
Job TypeFull time
Salary
$20 - $45
Jacksonville, FL
5 months ago
company-logo

Title Reviewer

Innovation Land Services
Job TypeFull time
 
Pittsburgh, PA
6 months ago
company-logo

Electrical Designer

Dudley Staffing
Job TypeFull time
Salary
$45 - $60
Canonsburg, PA
6 months ago
company-logo

Software Integrations Developer

Permian Resources
Job TypeFull time
Salary
$160000 - $210000
The Woodlands, Texas
about 1 month ago
company-logo

Civil/Structural Designer

Dudley Staffing
Job TypeFull time
Salary
$30 - $60
Canonsburg, PA
6 months ago