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Automation and Controls Specialist
Job in
Naperville, DuPage County, Illinois, 60540, USA
Listed on 2026-06-01
Listing for:
CDM Smith
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* ** Requisition :*
* 44122
** Business Unit:*
* TSU
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* Job Description:
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* Are you interested in CDM Smith but don't see the right opening yet? If you're a motivated self starter with a passion for SCADA programming and process control system design, we want to hear from you.
Apply here to be considered for future roles within our Automation Practice. We regularly hire Automation and Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) specialists to support SCADA and automation projects for public, private, and federal clients.
This is a general application posting for ongoing and upcoming opportunities. Resumes are reviewed regularly, and qualified candidates will be contacted as needs arise.
An Automation Specialist at CDM Smith:
- Creates basic to moderately complex instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D design practices. Assists with specification development. Creates basic to moderately complex human-machine interface (HMI) graphics, programmable logic controller programming (PLC), report development, etc. Assists with testing and startup of control systems.
- Reviews basic to highly complex component level shop drawings, contractor clarifications. Assist with testing oversight.
- Creating basic to moderately complex instrumentation and control system designs by developing Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), control system architectures, specifications, and control descriptions (for use in control system programming).
- Leads staff and provides direction and mentoring for junior staff. Reviews the work of junior staff as necessary.
- Under general supervision, assists in the preparation proposal sections and presentations, as directed. Supports marketing and new business activities as requested in support the Automation strategy. May participate in proposals.
- Performs other duties as required.
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* Job Title:
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* Automation and Controls Specialist
** Group:*
* ISO
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* Employment Type:
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* Regular
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* Minimum Qualifications:
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* - Bachelor's Degree.
- 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. 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.
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* Preferred Qualifications:
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* - Experience with Water/Wastewater highly preferred.
- Experience with in an Engineering and/or an integration firm highly preferred.
** 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! ()
** 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:
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* United States - Nationwide
** 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.
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