Automation and Controls Specialist

About the role

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Automation and Controls Specialist to join a great team of motivated Automation professionals in our Northeast region.

Responsibilities

• Designing and programming control systems for Water/Wastewater clients.
• Developing detailed specifications, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and comprehensive control descriptions.
• Mentoring junior level staff and delivering quality technical products on time and on budget.
• Programming, testing, and commissioning SCADA systems using software like PLC packages (Rockwell Studio 5000 and Schneider Electric Unity), HMI packages (GE iFix, Rockwell FactoryTalk, and AVEVA InTouch for System Platform).
• Configuring SCADA servers, workstations, networks, and wireless communication systems.
• Creating SCADA reports using Dream Reports, XL Reporter, or Hach WIMS.
• Performing field acceptance testing (FATs) and field inspections to ensure contractor compliance with contract requirements.
• Developing Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), control system architectures, specifications, and control descriptions.
• Preparing preliminary design reports (PDRs).
• Reviewing basic to moderately complex level shop drawings and providing responses to RFIs under limited supervision.
• Developing Operations & Maintenance manuals for PLC and HMI programming.
• Preparing Automation specific project budgets and construction cost estimates.
• Preparing proposals and client presentations under senior supervision.
• Traveling to project sites for client meetings, supporting on-call/as-needed contracts, and start-up of control systems within the region.
• Performing other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 7 years of related experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Water/Wastewater I&C projects.
• Experience within an Engineering and/or construction firm.
• Experience leading teams.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs.
• PLC and HMI experience required.
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite of programs.
• Working knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity solutions.
• Knowledge of 3D and 4D CAD drafting.

Amount Of Travel Required

20% - 40%

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 $115,253.00
Max USD $201,677.00

Visa Sponsorship

No