Automation Specialist/Engineer 5

Company: CDM Smith
Location: Nashua
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

**30933BR****Requisition ID:**30933BR**Business Unit:**TSU**Job Description:**CDM Smith is seeking an Automation Specialist/Engineer with a passion for Automation and a curiosity to explore new technologies to help drive and advance our practice. As a member of the Boston Automation team, the Automation Engineer will contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:Independently leading and developing solutions for automation engineering and SCADA projects. This role requires an individual who is experienced and passionate about Process Control Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) programming, Human Machine Interface (HMI) programming, network and computer configuration, control system maintenance and troubleshooting and experience developing control system designs. Individual should have a desire to continue to enhance and grow their skills including the following:--- Leading small to medium control system designs consisting of development of Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P), instrumentation and control system specifications and development of control strategies used for programming.--- Leading testing and startup team for basic to moderately complex instrumentation, controls and related systems with minimal supervision and assistance. Responsible for developing testing and startup documentation and complying with quality assurance requirements.--- Reviewing contractor's submittals and responding to Requests for Information (RFI).--- Representing the project team for the instrumentation and control portion of a project at client and contractor meetings.--- Developing basic technical memoranda and preliminary engineering reports under limited supervision. Able to convey highly technical information across all levels of the organization.--- Independently developing basic to highly complex Operations & Maintenance (O) manuals for control systems programmed.--- Independently developing control systems training for end users. Develops training plans suitable for all levels of client's organization.--- Acting as a mentor for junior team members and supervising the work of a few engineers who are assisting on assigned projects. Provides open and honest feedback on staff performance and assists with career development.--- Developing and monitoring budgets to meet project profitability.--- Leads the development of proposals and client presentations. Develops opportunities to expand contracts with existing clients.--- Performs other duties as required.This role may require travel from time to time however majority of travel is within the New England area.**Job Title:**Automation Specialist/Engineer 5**Group:**ISO**Employment Type:**Regular**Minimum Qualifications:**--- Bachelor's degree.--- 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/Waste Water highly preferred--- Experience with cybersecurity--- Professional Engineering or related industry certifications**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! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)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:**Northeast United States**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:**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:**--- Expert knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs. PLC and HMI experience required.--- Excellent communication and client relation skills.--- Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite of programs.--- Fully competent in 3D and 4D design practices.**U.S. Vaccine Status:**CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") are committed to your health and safety. CDM Smith and its employees adhere to all applicable government and client COVID-19 requirements.

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