Automation Engineer 5

CDM Smith; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is hiring an Automation Engineer 5 to work on complex instrumentation and control systems. This role involves creating designs, testing, and providing training, primarily in SCADA automation projects. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant engineering degree and several years of experience in the field. The position offers hybrid work options and a competitive salary range from $90,605 to $158,579.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience preferred.
• Experience with Water/Wastewater highly preferred.
• Experience within an Engineering or integration firm is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Creates complex instrumentation and controls designs.
• Reviews component level shop drawings and performs field inspections.
• Leads testing and startup team independently.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Professional engineering (PE) license

Job description

Overview

CDM Smith is hiring Automation and Instrumentation & Controls Engineers! Are you interested in working on projects that are meaningful to you and society? Do you have experience in designing and implementation of SCADA systems, controls and instrumentation in the process industries? Do you have a track record of providing excellent client service, delivering quality work products on time and on budget? CDM Smith might be a great fit for you!

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 & Group

Job Title: Automation Engineer 5

Group: ISO

Business Unit: TSU

Responsibilities

• With general direction, creates basic to highly complex instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D drafting programs. Develops basic technical memoranda related to design issues for clients. Prepares preliminary design reports (PDRs) under limited supervision. Coordinates designs reconciliation with clients.
• Reviews basic to highly complex component level shop drawings. Provides responses to requests for information (RFIs) under supervision. Performs field acceptance testing (FATs) and field inspections.
• With general direction, creates basic to highly complex human-machine interface (HMI) designs, programmable logic controllers (PLC), reports, etc. Prepares level of effort estimates (LOEs).
• Leads testing and startup team for basic to moderately complex instrumentation, controls and related systems independently with minimal supervision. Responsible for testing and startup documentation completion and quality assurance filing.
• Independently develops basic to highly complex operations & maintenance manuals for designed instrumentation, controls and related systems.
• Independently develops systems training for end users.
• Leads teams of more junior staff and provides direction and mentoring. Reviews the work of junior staff as necessary.
• Under general supervision, prepares proposal sections and presentations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Location, Travel, and Employment Details

• Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide
• Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular
• Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
• Required Travel: 20%
• Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or in Engineering Technology or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 7 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 an integration firm highly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Range Minimum: $90,605
• Pay Range Maximum: $158,579
• Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
• Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks and drug testing as described.

EEO and Company Info

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, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith? Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Company Culture and How to Join

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.

Additional Job Details

• Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
• Massachusetts Legal Notice: If you have questions about this notice, contact the appropriate state agencies.

Background, Background Checks, and Compliance: CDM Smith reserves the right to conduct background checks as described. This position may require driving license.

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