Automation and Controls Engineer

Gannett Fleming; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive benefits package: health

Tax-deferred 401(k)

Job summary

GFT is hiring an Automation and Controls Engineer in Houston, TX, to join the Building and Places Group. The role focuses on delivering I&C designs, network interconnects, and commissioning across municipal and industrial projects.

The candidate should have 5+ years in instrumentation and control systems, a technical degree, and strong AutoCAD/Revit skills. Occasional travel and a hybrid work model are involved.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years designing and building instrumentation and control systems.
• A four-year degree in a technical or engineering field is required.
• PE licensure preferred or ability to attain licensure.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit BIM is required.
• Proficiency with IP addressing, VLANs, and inter-VLAN routing.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Serve as I&C engineer for projects from minor upgrades to major designs.
• Review design documents and shop drawings for control panels.
• Provide network design, including fiber optics, to interconnect systems.
• Provide basic IT network support and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with contractors during installations and repairs.
• Oversee management and integration of automation projects lifecycle.
• Prepare submittals, O&M manuals, and commissioning plans.
• Prepare as-built/record documents at project completion.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit BIM

MS Office

IP addressing

VLANs

Fortinet

MS Project

ISA standards

NIST CSF

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/technical field

PE licensure preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking an Automation and Controls Engineer to join our Building and Places Group in Houston, TX.

What you'll be challenged to do:

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Automation and Controls Engineer who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Responsibilities:

• You will regularly interface with clients and multidisciplinary project team members
• You will serve as I&C engineer for projects ranging from minor control system upgrades to major new system designs and installations within the municipal and industrial client spaces
• You will be responsible for the review of design documents including the following:
  • Shop level drawings for control panel designs
  • Review instrument installation details
  • Detailed (OT) and (IT) Network Architectures and Riser Diagrams
  • SCADA System architecture
• You will provide detailed network design, including fiber optics, to interconnect various network systems
• You will provide basic first-line IT network support to assist with planning, configuration, and troubleshooting of network and computer equipment along with various associated software
• You will recommend various software packages and implementations to achieve the needs of the organizations supported
• You will coordinate with contractors and vendors during network and computer equipment installations and repairs
• Oversee the management and integration of automation projects throughout the entire project life cycle
• Prepare project submittals, O&M Manuals, Testing and Commissioning plans
• Prepare as built and record documents at project completion
• Responsible for maintaining UL certifications
• Responsible for procurement and inventory services
• You will prepare project bids and construction estimates
• You will have the ability to work flexible hours to meet business needs
• You will have the ability to travel to client locations as projects assignments require approximately 40% of your time

Education | Experience:

• A strong technical background with a minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience designing and building instrumentation and control systems is preferred
• A four‑year degree in a technical or engineering related field is required, electrical or controls engineering is preferred
• A licensed professional engineer (PE), or ability to attain licensure is preferred
• Proficiency with AutoDesk AutoCAD and Revit BIM, and MS Office suite is required
• Proficiency with network IP addressing, VLANs, and inter VLAN routing as well as configuration and basic support of equipment, hardware, and software is required
• Experience with fiber‑optic planning and networks is preferred
• Experience with Fortinet network equipment is preferred
• Proficiency with scheduling tools such as MS Project is required
• Experience designing water and/or wastewater process control systems is preferred
• Previous experience with procurement processes and inventory management is preferred
• Experience with ISA standards and recommended practices is preferred
• Familiar with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework design requirements is a plus
• Must be able to work independently and to coordinate with team members in other offices
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills and capable of supporting system installation activities on a project site.
• OSHA Safety training preferred
• Be physically capable of lifting 40lbs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $110,000-$135,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive