Automation & Controls Engineer: PLC, HMI & PID Design

CDM Smith; Derry (NH); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking an experienced engineer to design instrumentation and control systems. You will create PIDs, provide control‑system specifications, and contribute to testing and startup activities across projects.

The role involves mentoring junior staff, reviewing drawings, assisting in proposals, and supporting marketing efforts. Travel 20–40% may be required; a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience are expected; equivalent experience will be considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5 years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Responsibilities

• Creates basic to moderately complex instrumentation and control system designs using 3D and 4D design practices.
• Reviews basic to highly complex component level shop drawings and contractor clarifications.
• Develops PIDs, control system architectures, specifications, and control descriptions for programming use.
• Leads staff and mentors junior staff; reviews their work as necessary.
• Assists in preparing proposal sections and presentations; supports marketing and new business activities.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Instrumentation design

PLC programming

HMI graphics

MS Office

3D/4D design

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking an experienced engineer to design instrumentation and control systems. You will create PIDs, provide control‑system specifications, and contribute to testing and startup activities across projects.

The role involves mentoring junior staff, reviewing drawings, assisting in proposals, and supporting marketing efforts. Travel 20–40% may be required; a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience are expected; equivalent experience will be considered.