Automation Specialist

Automation Specialist 5

Job Title: Automation Specialist 5

Group: ISO

Employment Type: Regular

CDM Smith is hiring Automation and Instrumentation & Controls Professionals. You will support our public, private, and federal clients worldwide across all phases of SCADA automation projects.

• Creates and/or oversees basic to highly complex instrumentation, controls, and related systems designs using 3D and 4D practices; develops technical memoranda and prepares preliminary design reports (PDRs) under limited supervision; coordinates design reconciliation with clients; creates HMI designs, PLC, reports and prepares LOEs; assists in testing, startup, and training of end users.

• Reviews component‑level shop drawings, contractor clarifications, performs and/or oversees testing and field inspections; completes required testing and startup documentation.

• Leads teams of junior staff, provides direction and mentoring; reviews junior work; engages in the Automation Community of Practice (CoP) to become a subject‑matter expert in areas such as communications, networking, instrumentation, or security.

• Under general supervision, prepares proposal sections, presentations, scope, and budgets; supports marketing and new business activities as requested; may participate in proposals.

• Performs other duties as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 7 years of related experience (or equivalent direct experience in lieu of a degree)
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; travel frequency depends on duties.

• Experience with water/wastewater projects
• Experience with in an engineering or integration firm

• Expert knowledge of instrumentation, controls, and related system design; PLC and HMI experience required.
• Excellent communication and client‑relations skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Full competency in 3D and 4D design practices.

Minimum: $104,229 | Maximum: $182,374

Hybrid work options may be considered.

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, 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.