CEPS - Subject Matter Expert - Curriculum Development - Industrial Instrumentation Certificate update

Continuing Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) at SAIT offers a wide range of programs designed to support lifelong learning, career advancement (through reskilling and upskilling) and customized talent development solutions for corporations. Join a team passionate about building lifelong learning opportunities that help people in Calgary and around the globe navigate the changing world of work. As a Subject Matter Expert, this role is expected to work collaboratively with colleagues and other subject matter experts to create an atmosphere which is pedagogically sound, technically supported, and innovative in nature. You must be able to demonstrate excellence in your communication skills, and organizational skills. We are looking for a SME who can help us move our Industrial Instrumentation Certificate from a traditional instrumentation curriculum toward a modern, industry-aligned Industrial Instrumentation and Automation learning pathway that prepares learners for both today’s workplace and the evolving industrial environment. The ideal SME possesses industry experience, technical leadership, curriculum/training experience and awareness of emerging technologies. The engagement would initially focus on a comprehensive curriculum and market review, followed by recommendations and support for the redesign of the Industrial Instrumentation suite. We Are Looking For An Experienced Industry Professional With 10 Years Of Relevant Industrial Experience, Preferably With Significant Recent Experience In One Or More Of The Following Environments Oil and gas / petrochemical Energy and power generation Manufacturing Chemical/process industries Industrial automation Process control Industrial electrical/instrumentation systems Mining or other heavy industrial environment Responsibilities Review the existing Industrial Instrumentation curriculum and identify outdated or redundant content. Recommend current and emerging industry-relevant topics. Identify knowledge and skill gaps based on current workplace requirements. Recommend new courses/modules and determine which existing courses should be substantially revised or retired. Develop/revise course learning outcomes and technical content. Ensure appropriate progression from foundational concepts to intermediate and advanced applications. Recommend practical, scenario-based and industry-based learning activities. Identify appropriate software, simulation tools, industrial platforms or technologies that could enhance learning. Incorporate relevant AI/digital technology applications into the curriculum. Review assessments to ensure they measure practical workplace competencies. Provide recommendations on industry standards, technologies and best practices that should be reflected in the curriculum. Validate the overall certificate structure and its relevance to current and future workforce needs. Evaluate gaps and prioritize skill requirements Provide training recommendations needed Qualifications & Experience The individual should have strong practical experience in instrumentation, automation and process control, rather than being solely academically focused. Industrial instrumentation and measurement systems Process control and automation Pressure, temperature, flow and level measurement Instrument calibration and maintenance Control valves and final control elements PLCs, DCS and SCADA systems PID control and process optimization Industrial communications and networking 4–20 mA, HART and other industrial communication protocols FOUNDATION Fieldbus and/or modern industrial Ethernet technologies Smart instrumentation and digital control systems Industrial IoT (IIoT) and connected instrumentation Condition monitoring and predictive maintenance Functional/process safety and instrumentation reliability Cybersecurity considerations for industrial control systems Data acquisition, historian systems and industrial analytics Modern automation architectures and integration Ability to effectively and efficiently communicate with large groups verbally and in writing (public speaking competence). Positive and respectful attitude. Ability to work autonomously to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. The SME does not necessarily need to be an AI specialist. However, they should be able to identify where AI and emerging digital technologies genuinely add value to instrumentation and process control, rather than simply adding AI as a standalone topic. Experience or demonstrated knowledge in areas such as the following would be highly desirable: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications in industrial environments AI-assisted troubleshooting and diagnostics Predictive and prescriptive maintenance Anomaly detection using instrumentation/process data AI-enabled process optimization Digital twins and simulation Industrial data analytics Edge computing and IIoT Smart sensors and intelligent instrumentation Generative AI applications for industrial/technical workflows Human-machine collaboration and AI-assisted decision-making Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or related. Industry experience; prior experience and expertise in the field of Industrial Instrumentation. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Teaching, training, and/or mentoring experience are considered an asset. Ability to work autonomously as part of a larger team, capable of self-directing and taking the initiative to drive towards outcomes. Maintain reliability and accountability to timelines and project milestones. Maintain attentiveness to the deliverables of the engagement and respond to communication in a timely manner. Experience in education, technical training, curriculum development or competency-based learning would be an asset. Job Location: Calgary, AB Job Classification: Adjunct Instructor # of positions: 1 Posting closing date: July 17, 2025 Position end date: August 31, 2026 About SAIT At SAIT, we’re building bold futures. 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The SME will review and redesign the Industrial Instrumentation curriculum to align it with modern industry standards and automation pathways. This includes developing course learning outcomes, identifying skill gaps, and incorporating emerging technologies like AI and IIoT.

Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and at least 10 years of relevant industrial experience. Candidates should have deep technical expertise in instrumentation and automation, with a preference for those with teaching or curriculum development experience.

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• Curriculum Development
• Industrial Instrumentation
• Process Control
• Automation
• PLC
• DCS
• SCADA
• Industrial IoT
• Technical Leadership
• Instructional Design
• Instrument Calibration
• Industrial Networking
• Predictive Maintenance
• Cybersecurity for ICS
• Public Speaking
• Project Management

• Education
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Energy
• Trades

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Postuler avant le

27 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level