Senior Control Systems Integration Technical Specialist / Programmer

HDR; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Control Systems Integration Technical Specialist / Programmer to join their North Carolina team. This role involves leading control systems integration projects and requires expertise in programming SCADA, PLC, and HMI systems.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to teamwork. A minimum of 10 years experience in process control system programming is required, as well as an Associate Degree in Engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in process control system programming.
• Knowledge in water and wastewater facilities, oil & gas, or power generation.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead control systems integration projects.
• Participate in development of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Program the project control system as defined by the scope.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving skills

Control systems programming

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Allen-Bradley

Emerson GE

AVEVA Wonderware

Inductive Automation Ignition

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR is seeking a Senior Control Systems Integration Technical Specialist / Programmer to join our North Carolina team. This position is based in Winston-Salem, Charlotte, or Raleigh offices and requires strong communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead control systems integration projects.
• Participate in development of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Program the project control system as defined by the scope – SCADA, PLC, HMI, Historian, communications hardware, etc.
• Execute assigned tasks within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Coordinate with Design, Construction, and Startup team leaders for project control system.
• Download, test, and document control system programs and communication systems as defined in scope.
• Participate in field testing and commissioning of the control system.
• Pay attention to project details and maintain detailed reports using Microsoft Office.
• Be willing to travel as necessary; travel will depend on project/HDR needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Experience in water and wastewater facilities, oil & gas, power generation and distribution, mining, or other industrial facilities.
• Knowledgeable of Rockwell Allen-Bradley, Emerson GE, AVEVA Wonderware, Inductive Automation Ignition, or other automation platforms.
• Active participation in engineering societies (e.g., IEEE, ISA) and extracurricular activities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong skills in preparing client presentations, project memoranda, and reports.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in process control system programming – SCADA, PLCs, HMI, operator interfaces, industrial communication networks, and start‑up/commissioning assistance.
• Commitment to active participation in an employee‑owned culture.

Primary location: United States – North Carolina – Winston‑Salem. Other locations: Raleigh and Charlotte. Full‑time, regular employee status. Business class: Control Systems and OT Cybersecurity. Job posting date: Jun 16, 2026.

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.