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Henderson, Nevada, United States of America
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join our team in Henderson, NV.
Your role
- Serve as Automation Discipline Lead for major capital and greenfield projects within the US Minerals & Metals sector, providing technical leadership, oversight, and accountability for automation scope delivery.
- Lead the development, coordination, and approval of automation and control system engineering deliverables in accordance with AtkinsRéalis quality standards, project procedures, and applicable US codes.
- Provide technical direction for the preparation of control philosophies, P&IDs, I/O lists, alarm rationalization, cause & effect matrices, and overall control system architectures (PLC/DCS/SCADA).
- Oversee instrumentation and control system design activities, including instrument selection, specifications, datasheets, and integration with mechanical and process equipment packages.
- Lead and participate in process safety activities such as HAZOP, SIL, and LOPA studies, ensuring compliance with ISA, IEC, NFPA, NEC, and client-specific requirements.
- Interface effectively with other disciplines, vendors, OEMs, and construction teams; review and approve vendor documentation and technical submittals for compliance and constructability.
Location
Henderson, Nevada, United States of America
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-154207
Salary range
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About you
- Degree in Instrumentation/Control Systems from an accredited University or College.
- 12+ years of instrumentation design experience
- Proven track record of successful projects
- Highly motivated/organized.
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to engineers and designers, and support commissioning activities (FAT/SAT, loop checks) with clear technical reporting to project and client management
- Registration as a Professional Engineer is a requirement
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability
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