Automation & Controls Engineer – Hybrid, PLC & HMI

CDM Smith; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls professional to design and develop control systems for varied projects. You will create P&IDs, control architectures and HMI/PLC programming, while reviewing drawings and testing requirements.

The role includes leading junior staff and supporting engineering proposals and business development. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience, with opportunities to travel up to 40% and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 5 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Experience with instrumentation and control system design, including PLC/HMI.
• Willingness to travel 20%–40% and work on diverse projects.

Responsibilities

• Create basic to moderately complex instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D/4D practices; assist with specifications and HMI/PLC work.
• Review component drawings and provide testing oversight as needed.
• Develop P&IDs, control architectures and control descriptions for programming.
• Lead and mentor junior staff and review their work as needed.
• Support proposal sections and presentations; assist in marketing and new business activities.

Skills

Instrumentation & controls design

PLC & HMI experience

Communication & teamwork

MS Office proficiency

3D/4D design experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

P&ID drafting

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls professional to design and develop control systems for varied projects. You will create P&IDs, control architectures and HMI/PLC programming, while reviewing drawings and testing requirements.

The role includes leading junior staff and supporting engineering proposals and business development. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience, with opportunities to travel up to 40% and