Control Systems Designer/EIT

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Control Systems Designer/EIT in Denver, Colorado. The role involves designing control systems for building management while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and proficiency in software such as AutoCAD and Revit. The firm values a self-motivated individual with a keen attention to detail, and offers exposure to various market sectors and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Candidates expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
Knowledge of control systems, networking, and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

Assist with the selection and specification of process instrumentation, control panels, and network equipment.
Develop biddable control system construction documents including P&IDs and wiring diagrams.
Utilize CADD software for technical designs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Visio

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Position

HDR is currently seeking to hire a Control Systems Designer/EIT. This individual’s primary function will be to serve on a team that supports our global Control Systems practice which includes full-service capabilities. Our practice provides assessment, planning, design, automation programming/configuration, testing & commissioning, and maintenance for control systems in multiple industries.

Role Overview

The Control Systems Designer/EIT will work under the direction of a Senior Control Systems Engineer or Control Systems Engineer as part of a team responsible for the design of building management (BMS) and automated facility support systems. This position requires coordination with multidisciplinary teams to deliver full-service control systems solutions for construction and implementation in multiple market sectors including tech, media & telecom; healthcare, research, and life sciences. This individual should be self-motivated with attention to detail and an initiative to deliver high quality, technically sound control system designs.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Assist with the selection and specification of process instrumentation, control panels, and network equipment.
Assist with the development of biddable and technically accurate control system construction documents including P&IDs, network architecture diagrams, control panel layouts and wiring diagrams, installation details, loop drawings, and technical specifications.
Develop skillset and utilize CADD software including the following AutoDesk products: AutoCAD, Revit; Microsoft Visio.

Growth Opportunities

Exposure to multiple market sectors and core services of our global control systems program.
Travel to client facilities to participate in field activities to assess and document the current state of installed control systems.
Assist with the review of shop drawings during construction.
Participate in field observations during construction.
Participate in system testing and commissioning activities.
Advancement to Control Systems Engineer with additional responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Control Systems Designer job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
Experience developing P&IDs, control schematics, and loop drawings a plus.
Experience with networking and communications a plus.
Experience with AutoCAD and Revit a plus.
Knowledge of control systems, networking, and instrumentation.
Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

BusinessClass : Control Systems and OT Cybersecurity

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Mar 24, 2026

EEO / Employment Equity

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.