Senior Automation and Controls Engineer

Senior Automation and Controls Engineer position in Irvine, CA (hybrid) for CDM Smith.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation project solutions with guidance from senior staff.
• Program, test, and commission SCADA systems using PLC and HMI software including Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider Electric Unity, GE iFix, Rockwell FactoryTalk, and AVEVA InTouch for System Platform.
• Configure SCADA servers, workstations, networks, and wireless links such as cellular, radio, and Wi-Fi.
• Develop SCADA reports using Dream Reports, XL Reporter, or Hach WIMS.
• Perform field acceptance testing (FATs) and on-site inspections to verify contractor conformance with control system requirements.
• Create instrumentation and control system designs from basic to moderately complex, including P&IDs, architectures, specifications, and control descriptions for programming.
• Prepare control system preliminary design reports (PDRs).
• Review shop drawings for control components, instrumentation, and panel wiring diagrams (basic to moderately complex).
• Respond to contractor RFIs under limited supervision.
• Independently develop basic to highly complex Operations & Maintenance manuals for PLC and HMI programming.
• Prepare budgets and construction cost estimates for automation projects.
• Prepare proposals and client presentations under senior supervision.
• Travel to project sites for client meetings, support on-call contracts, and start-up of control systems within the region.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Technology or related discipline; Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Minimum 7 years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience may substitute for the degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required, up to 20% of the time.
• Valid driver's license required.

Technologies

• Rockwell Studio 5000
• Schneider Electric Unity
• GE iFix
• Rockwell FactoryTalk
• AVEVA InTouch for System Platform
• Dream Reports
• XL Reporter
• Hach WIMS
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• 3D CAD drafting
• 4D CAD drafting
• Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Water/Wastewater I&C projects.
• Experience within an engineering or construction firm.
• Experience leading teams.

Skills and Abilities

• Expert knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related system designs; PLC and HMI proficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Working knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity solutions.
• Knowledge of 3D and 4D CAD drafting.