Automation and Controls Engineer

About the role

CDM Smith is seeking an Automation Engineer to support our clients in Carlsbad, CA!

Responsibilities

• Create basic to moderately complex instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D drafting programs.
• Develop basic technical memoranda related to design issues for clients.
• Review basic to highly complex component level shop drawings.
• Respond to requests for information (RFIs) under supervision.
• Create basic to moderately complex human-machine interface (HMI) designs, programmable logic controllers (PLC), reports, etc.
• Perform testing and startup of instrumentation, controls and related systems independently with minimal supervision.
• Assist in the development of basic to moderately complex operations & Maintenance manuals for designed instrumentation, controls and related systems.
• Assist in the development of systems training for end users.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or in Engineering Technology or related discipline.
• 3 years of related experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Water/Wastewater highly preferred.
• Experience within an Engineering and/or an integration firm highly preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Solid knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite of programs.
• Strong knowledge of 3D and 4D CAD drafting.

Amount Of Travel Required

20% - 40%

Driving Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Background Check and Drug Testing Information CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Massachusetts Applicants It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Pay Range

Min USD $94,370.00
Max USD $155,709.00

Visa Sponsorship

No