Automation Engineer 4

CDM Smith; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Automation and Instrumentation & Controls Engineers to join their innovative team. This role involves designing and implementing SCADA systems, leading testing and startup teams, and mentoring junior staff. With a commitment to meaningful projects and a supportive work environment, this opportunity offers career growth and the chance to make a significant impact in the process industries. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to contribute to impactful projects, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in automation and controls engineering.
• Expert knowledge of instrumentation and controls systems design.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement SCADA systems and controls for process industries.
• Lead testing and startup teams for instrumentation and controls.

Skills

Instrumentation design

Controls systems knowledge

Communication skills

3D CAD drafting

4D CAD drafting

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT)

Tools

3D drafting software

4D drafting software

Job description

41180BR

Requisition ID: 41180BR

Business Unit: TSU

Job Description: CDM Smith is hiring Automation and Instrumentation & Controls Engineers! Are you interested in working on projects that are meaningful to you and society? Do you have experience in designing and implementation of SCADA systems, controls and instrumentation in the process industries? Do you have a track record of providing excellent client service, delivering quality work products on time and on budget? CDM Smith might be a great fit for you!

We have multiple openings for Automation and Instrumentation & Controls Engineers to support our public, private, and federal clients locally and around the world with all phases of SCADA automation projects.

An Automation Engineer at CDM Smith:

1. Under limited supervision, creates basic to highly complex instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D drafting programs. Develops basic technical memoranda related to design issues for clients. Prepares preliminary design reports (PDRs) under supervision.
2. Reviews basic to highly complex component level shop drawings. Provides responses to requests for information (RFIs) under supervision. Performs field acceptance testing (FATs) and field inspections.
3. Under limited supervision, creates basic to highly complex human-machine interface (HMI) designs, programmable logic controllers (PLC), reports, etc. Prepares level of effort estimates (LOEs).
4. Leads testing and startup team for basic to moderately complex instrumentation, controls and related systems independently with minimal supervision. Responsible for testing and startup documentation completion and quality assurance filing.
5. Assists with the development of basic to moderately complex operations & Maintenance manuals for designed instrumentation, controls and related systems.
6. Under minimal supervision, develops systems training for end users.
7. Leads teams and provides direction and mentoring for junior staff. Reviews the work of junior staff as necessary.
8. Assists with proposal development and presentation.
9. Performs other duties as required.

Job Title: Automation Engineer 4

Group: ISO

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or in Engineering Technology or related discipline. Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in states where an EIT is not obtainable (within 18 months of hire or promotion or transfer).
2. 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. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with Water/Wastewater highly preferred.
2. Experience within an Engineering and/or an integration firm highly preferred.

EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?: Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required: 20%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills and Abilities:

1. Expert knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs.
2. Excellent communication skills.
3. Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite of programs.
4. Expert knowledge of 3D and 4D CAD drafting.

Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity!: We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities. Please note this is an “Evergreen” position which will be used to build our candidate pool but is not a role that is open at this time. If you are interested in being considered for this position should this position become available, we encourage you to apply to be part of our talent community. By having your information on file, we can reach out to you when this or a similar role officially opens.

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.