Automation Design Engineer

baxterwoodman; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Employee Stock Ownership plan

Job summary

Concentric Integration in Chicago, IL seeks an Automation Design Engineer to design water/wastewater instrumentation and process control systems for municipalities. You will work on consulting engineering projects and support integration design with field installs, collaborating with mult-disciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes creating P&IDs, control schematics, network diagrams, and panel layouts, with opportunities to visit client sites and contribute to turnkey projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from ABET-accredited program.
• 2+ years of experience in control systems or electrical design.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with instrumentation and process control design.
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design automation and controls for water/wastewater processes.
• Prepare P&IDs and control system diagrams.
• Develop network architecture diagrams and installation details.
• Coordinate with engineers and project managers on design projects.
• Visit client sites to assess field conditions for designs.

Skills

Control systems

Electrical design

SCADA systems

PLC architecture

Instrumentation

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Concentric Integration, a subsidiary of Baxter & Woodman, Inc.

Automation Design Engineer

Location: Chicago, Crystal Lake, or Naperville, IL

Why you should join our team! Why Concentric Integration?

At Concentric Integration, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Concentric Integration provides full-service automation of water/wastewater systems (including design, implementation, and support). We strive to be an advocate for our clients and to form long‑lasting partnerships based on trust. Concentric provides tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of each of our clients. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with a depth of expertise unrivaled in the industry.

The Automation Design Engineer is primarily responsible for the design of Water/Wastewater instrumentation, process control systems, and technology improvements for municipalities on Consulting Engineering projects. Automation Design Engineer may assist with electrical Consulting Engineering and Integration Design projects.

Consulting engineering projects are in multidisciplinary teams to create design documents for process improvements at Water/Wastewater facilities. Design documents include Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), network architecture diagrams, control schematics, instrument installation details, specifications, and other related documents.

Integration design projects are to support the integration efforts for process improvements at Water/Wastewater facilities. The Automation Design Engineer may work with integrators and project managers to design control panels and instrumentation for fabrication/installation as part of construction projects or turn‑key projects.

What your day‑to‑day will look like, what you will learn on the job:

• Reports to Assistant Department Manager for work responsibilities, scheduling, and quality control.
• Works with other engineers in various offices to complete design work.
• Designs automation, controls, and related SCADA systems for water/wastewater processes, including communications, PLC architecture, instrumentation, and related software and hardware.
• Prepares project specifications as they pertain to instrumentation and process controls.
• Prepares Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Prepares control system network architecture diagrams.
• Prepares control schematics, panel layouts, bills of material, etc.
• Reviews shop drawings and assists with construction services.
• Occasionally visits client sites to investigate existing field conditions as required for preparing design documents.

Education Requirement

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET‑accredited program.

Must‑haves, what you will bring

• 2+ years’ experience in control systems and/or electrical design.
• Advanced Computer Skills, Literacy, & Proficiency.
• Must possess effective oral, written, & digital communication skills.
• Must be able to easily interact with other design staff.
• Must possess effective organizational skills for productive tasks and time management.
• Must be able to identify and solve problems in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications, Certifications, and Licenses

• AutoCAD experience is strongly desired or must be willing to be quickly trained.
• A P.E. license is preferred. EIT preferred with experience in the field working towards a PE.

Compensation

The pay for this role is $80,000 to $105,000 per year. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits

At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well‑being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well‑being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, and cancer. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well‑being, financial security, and happiness.

Concentric Integration is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer.