Automation Engineer 4

CDM Smith; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Automation Engineer 4 in Omaha, Nebraska. This role involves designing instrumentation and controls, leading testing teams, and requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering along with 5 years of experience. The firm offers a hybrid working option and competitive pay ranging from $81,765 to $134,909.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience required.
• Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or FE exam must be completed within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Design instrumentation and controls using drafting programs.
• Lead testing and startup teams for instrumentation systems.
• Prepare technical memoranda and design reports under supervision.

Skills

Expert knowledge of instrumentation

Excellent communication skills

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

Expert knowledge of 3D and 4D CAD drafting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

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

Job Title: Automation Engineer 4

Group: ISO

Employment Type: Regular

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

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Responsibilities

• Under limited supervision, design instrumentation, controls and related systems using 3D and 4D drafting programs; develop basic technical memoranda for clients; prepare preliminary design reports (PDRs) under supervision.
• Review component level shop drawings; respond to RFIs under supervision; perform field acceptance testing (FATs) and field inspections.
• Under limited supervision, design HMI, PLCs, reports, etc.; prepare level of effort estimates (LOEs).
• Lead testing and startup teams for basic to moderately complex instrumentation and related systems independently with minimal supervision; ensure testing and startup documentation and QA filing.
• Assist with developing manuals for operations & maintenance of designed instrumentation and related systems.
• Develop system training for end users under minimal supervision.
• Provide direction and mentoring for junior staff; review work as necessary.
• Assist with proposal development and presentation.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or in Engineering Technology or related discipline; Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in states where EIT is not obtainable (within 18 months of hire/promotion/transfer).
• 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; travel frequency depends on duties and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Water/Wastewater is highly preferred.
• Experience within an engineering and/or integration firm is highly preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Expert knowledge of 3D and 4D CAD drafting.

Travel & Other Details

• Travel: 20%
• Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular
• Visa Sponsorship Available: No
• 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.

Pay & Benefits

• 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.

EEO Statement

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Legal & Compliance

Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement to receive payment for placement. Resumes submitted outside of the CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team will be considered the property of CDM Smith. Background checks and drug testing may be required where applicable.

Other

Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment; penalties may apply.