Job Details

41223BR

Requisition ID: 41223BR

Business Unit: TSU

Job Description:

CDM Smith is hiring Automation and Instrumentation & Controls Professionals! Are you a motivated self-starter? Are you passionate about SCADA programming process control system design? Are you looking to join a company that values career growth and offers a supportive work environment? CDM Smith might be a great fit for you!

We have multiple openings for Automation and Instrumentation & Controls Specialists to support our public, private and federal clients locally and around the world with all phases of SCADA automation projects.

An Automation Specialist at CDM Smith:

1. Creates basic to moderately complex instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D design practices. Assists with specification development. Creates basic to moderately complex human-machine interface (HMI) graphics, programmable logic controller programming (PLC), report development, etc. Assists with testing and startup of control systems.
2. Reviews basic to highly complex component level shop drawings, contractor clarifications. Assists with testing oversight.
3. Leads staff and provides direction and mentoring for junior staff. Reviews the work of junior staff as necessary.
4. Under general supervision, assists in the preparation proposal sections and presentations, as directed. Supports marketing and new business activities as requested in support of the Automation strategy. May participate in proposals.
5. Performs other duties as required.

Job Title: Automation Specialist 4

Group: ISO

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelors Degree
2. 5 years of related experience

Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with Water/Wastewater highly preferred.
2. Experience within an Engineering and/or an integration firm highly preferred.

EEO Statement:

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Why CDM Smith?:

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Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required: 20%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills and Abilities:

1. Strong knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs. PLC and HMI experience required.
2. Excellent communication skills.
3. Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite of programs.
4. Expert knowledge of 3D and 4D design practices.

Pay Range Minimum: $81,765

Pay Range Maximum: $134,909

Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.