Automation & Controls Engineer (Hybrid) - PLC/HMI Lead

CDM Smith; Wheeling (WV); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a qualified engineer to design instrumentation and control systems, including PLC and HMI work, P&ID development and system testing oversight. The role involves mentoring junior staff and supporting proposals.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related experience, and are prepared for travel 20–40% as projects demand. The position may be Hybrid in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required and related experience counts.
• 5 years of related experience or equivalent is expected.
• Travel may be required depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Create instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D/4D practices.
• Review shop drawings, provide testing oversight and support.
• Develop P&IDs, control architectures and system descriptions.
• Lead and mentor junior staff, review their work.
• Support proposals, marketing activities and automation strategy.

Skills

Instrumentation

Controls design

PLC experience

HMI experience

MS Office

3D/4D design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a qualified engineer to design instrumentation and control systems, including PLC and HMI work, P&ID development and system testing oversight. The role involves mentoring junior staff and supporting proposals.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related experience, and are prepared for travel 20–40% as projects demand. The position may be Hybrid in the United States.