Automation & Controls Engineer – PLC/HMI Specialist

CDM Smith; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking an instrumentation/controls engineer to design and test automated systems for water, wastewater and other projects. You will develop P&IDs, PLC/HMI logic and support startup and testing.

The role involves mentoring junior staff, participating in proposals, and occasional travel (20–40%). A Bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ related experience are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Creates instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D/4D design practices.
• Reviews component-level shop drawings and clarifications.
• Develops P&IDs, control system architectures and descriptions.
• Leads staff and mentors junior engineers.
• Supports proposals and marketing activities for the Automation strategy.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

PLC

HMI

Instrumentation

Controls

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking an instrumentation/controls engineer to design and test automated systems for water, wastewater and other projects. You will develop P&IDs, PLC/HMI logic and support startup and testing.

The role involves mentoring junior staff, participating in proposals, and occasional travel (20–40%). A Bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ related experience are required.