Control Systems Engineer

HDR; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to lead innovations in building engineering. This role involves designing critical infrastructure that supports advanced technologies and sustainability initiatives. As a team member, you’ll oversee project execution from design to construction, ensuring quality and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, a relevant degree, and a Professional Engineer license. HDR provides a collaborative environment that values creativity and employee input in engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years applicable experience.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment.
• Coordinate staff workload through design development.
• Review control systems documents for conflict.

Skills

Microsoft Office products

Control Systems

Instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license

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? 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.

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.

Control Systems Engineer Responsibilities

• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Coordinate control system discipline staff workload through design development and construction document phases to complete documents on schedule
• Review control systems documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Write and edit instrumentation and controls systems specifications, and select equipment and monitoring/control devices
• Develop biddable and technically accurate SCADA / Control Systems construction documents including P&IDs, network architecture diagrams, control panel layouts and wiring diagrams, installation details, loop drawings, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
• Supervise and develop a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Lead or support SCADA and network Master Planning projects as needed
• Travel to client facilities to participate in field activities to assess and document the current state of installed control systems.
• Participate in and lead design review and planning meetings with the client.
• Lead or participate in the development of preliminary engineering reports and Studies focused on recommending and developing solutions for control system improvements.
• Serve as Engineer of Record in responsible charge for the development of biddable and technically accurate SCADA/I&C construction documents.
• Interface with Electrical and Process Engineers to fully coordinate design requirements for network, power, control, and instrumentation.
• Assist with the selection and specification of process instrumentation, control panels, and network equipment.
• Assist with the development of biddable and technically accurate SCADA / I&C construction documents including P&IDs, network architecture diagrams, control panel layouts and wiring diagrams, installation details, loop drawings, and technical specifications.
• Assist with system testing and commissioning activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• A minimum of 5 years applicable experience

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Montana: $91,000-$123,000

Primary Location: United States-Montana-Billings
Other Locations: United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-Montana-Butte

Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.