Lead EIC Engineer (100%) - Based in Zurich, Switzerland

About the role

While this role is advertised for Canada, the position is based in Zurich, Switzerland. We therefore expect the successful candidate to relocate . Technical Direction: You define and maintain the technical direction for the Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls (EIC) Department. You lead the development of fit-for-purpose EIC specifications, design philosophies, and basis of design for execution Globally. You ensure owner requirements are clearly defined, documented, and communicated to contractors, and validate design assumptions against operability, safety, and ensure compliance with local and regional codes and regulations. Contractor management : You review and approve contractor submissions including power distribution, control system architecture, and instrumentation design, enforce owner requirements, provide technical clarifications, and ensure adherence to schedule, quality, safety, and operability. You set clear expectations for execution methods, field quality controls, and turnover documentation needed for safe operation and maintenance. System Reliability & Innovation: You lead initiatives to improve reliability and performance of EIC systems, troubleshoo