Senior Automation and Controls Engineer

36753BR Requisition ID: 36753BR Business Unit: TSU Job Description: CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Automation and Controls Engineer with broad experience in the design and implementation of SCADA systems, controls, and instrumentation in the process industries. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to successfully lead projects and teams to deliver solutions to our clients' challenges, strong client relationship skills, and a commitment to professional growth. CDM Smith has been a leader in providing Automation design and programming services for over 30 years, and the selected candidate will be an integral part of growing our services. As a member of the North Automation team, the Senior Automation Engineer will contribute to CDM Smith's mission by: • Creating basic to highly complex SCADA, controls, cyber security, instrumentation, and related systems designs. Developing technical memoranda related to design issues for clients. Preparing preliminary design reports (PDRs) identifying design goals and design criteria. •Creating master plans and need assessment reports related to SCADA systems and cyber security. • Leading teams of more junior staff and providing direction and mentoring. Reviewing the work of junior staff as necessary. Providing feedback on client relationships and career issues. • Leading the development of proposals and client presentations. Will independently prepare the "scope of work" and develop the project budget. • Preparing level of effort estimates (LOEs). • Providing support to construction services. Reviewing basic to highly complex component level shop drawings, providing responses to requests for information (RFIs) . Performing field acceptance testing (FATs) and field inspections. • Implementing or directing the implementation of SCADA system programming and integration deliverables. Creating basic to highly complex human-machine interface (HMI) designs, configuring and programming programmable logic controllers (PLC) software, developing automated operational reports. • Leading the testing and startup team for SCADA, controls, instrumentation, and related systems independently with minimal supervision. Responsible for testing and startup documentation completion and quality assurance. • Independently developing operations & maintenance manuals for designed SCADA, controls instrumentation, and related systems. Independently developing systems training for end users. Developing training plans for all level of a client's organization. • Developing opportunities to expand contracts with existing clients. #LI-LP2 #LI-HYBRID Job Title: Senior Automation and Controls Engineer Group: ISO Employment Type: Regular Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or in Engineering Technology or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. • 10 years of related experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a 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: • Experience with Water/Wastewater highly preferred. • Experience within an Engineering and/or construction firm highly preferred. • Experience leading teams highly preferred. • Licensed Professional Engineer (Control Systems) in New York or ability to obtain reciprocity if licensed in another state. 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Why CDM Smith?: Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! ( Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job Site Location: New York - Woodbury Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Amount of Travel Required: 30% 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: • Expert knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs. • Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. • Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite of programs. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options: Successful candidate will be required to work in office and field locations as needed. Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required. Pay Range Minimum: $121,331 Pay Range Maximum: $206,244

Created: 2024-11-20