Senior Control Systems Integration Technical Specialist / Programmer

HDR; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Control Systems Integration Technical Specialist / Programmer to join our North Carolina team. This position involves leading control systems integration projects and programming control systems like SCADA and PLCs.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in process control programming, excellent communication and teamwork skills, and a commitment to an employee-owned culture. This full-time role will be based in one of our Winnston-Salem, Charlotte, or Raleigh offices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in process control system programming.
• Experience with industrial communication networks.
• Commitment to active participation in an employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead control systems integration projects.
• Program the project control system as defined by the scope.
• Coordinate with Design, Construction, and Startup team leaders.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Planning

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering

Tools

SCADA

PLC

HMI

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.