Senior Control Systems Engineer

HDR; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to lead innovative projects in automation and advanced technologies. This role involves overseeing complex engineering projects, mentoring teams, and collaborating with clients to deliver exceptional solutions. With a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of control systems. Join a company that values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment, where your contributions will make a significant impact on communities and the world. If you are passionate about advancing technology and driving project success, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of applicable experience in control systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead control systems engineering projects from planning to implementation.
• Mentor design teams and ensure technical excellence in projects.

Skills

Control Systems Engineering

PLC/DCS/SCADA Programming

Project Management

Automation Programming

Data Analytics

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Emerson

Foxboro

Modicon

Siemens

GE

Wonderware

iFix

FactoryTalk

VTScada

Ignition

Job description

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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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

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.

In the role of Senior Control Systems Engineer, we'll count on you to:

Lead complex control systems engineering projects across all phases—planning, design, and implementation

Serve as Engineer of Record for SCADA/I&C construction documents, ensuring technical excellence

Oversee system integration, including PLC/DCS/SCADA programming and HMI development

Mentor design teams and coordinate workload to meet schedules and deliverables

Develop innovative solutions in advanced automation, operational tech (OT), AI, and data analytics

Write and edit I&C specs, select devices and technologies, and ensure code compliance

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients on proposals, project scoping, and execution

Review electrical documentation, resolve cross-discipline conflicts, and support construction administration

Perform QA/QC on peer work and contribute to a culture of excellence

What Sets You Apart:

Passion for advancing control systems and applying emerging technologies

Strong leadership in team coordination, client engagement, and project delivery

Commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement

Ability to work independently and within multiple teams

Entrepreneurial attitude with a drive to grow the Controls/Cyber business in southern California

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Knowledge of advanced control systems topics including data management, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, network architecture
• Minimum of 15 years' experience
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
• A minimum of 10 years applicable experience
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Automation programming experience
• Experience designing control systems
• Experience managing control systems projects
• Knowledge of automation hardware including but not limited to Allen-Bradley, Emerson, Foxboro, Modicon, Siemens, and GE.
• Knowledge of automation software including but not limited to Wonderware, iFix, FacotryTalk, VTScada, Ignition
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Excellent oral and written communication and documentation skills are essential
• 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $136,000 - $193,000 and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Primary Location:

United States-California-Irvine

Other Locations:

United States-California-Los Angeles

Industry:

Building Engineering

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Building Electrical

Job Posting:

Apr 11, 2025


At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Consulting, and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Architecture and Planning

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