HDR · 2 weeks ago
Control Systems Engineer (Water/Industrial)
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHDR is a company focused on creating a welcoming environment and fostering diversity and inclusion. They are seeking a Control Systems Engineer to support their global practice in designing and implementing automated industrial control systems across multiple sectors, ensuring high-quality and technically excellent designs.
ArchitectureConsulting
Hiring Manager
Sean Murphy
Responsibilities
Travel to client facilities to participate in field activities to assess and document the current state of installed control systems
Participate in design review and planning meetings with the client
Participate in the development of preliminary engineering reports and studies focused on recommending and developing solutions for control system improvements
Interface with electrical and process engineers to coordinate design requirements for network, power, control, and instrumentation
Assist with the selection and specification of process instrumentation, control panels, and network equipment
Assist with the development of biddable and technically accurate SCADA / I&C construction documents including P&IDs, network architecture diagrams, control panel layouts and wiring diagrams, installation details, loop drawings, and technical specifications
Utilize CADD software including AutoDesk AutoCAD products to develop and review construction documents
Assist with system testing and commissioning activities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
Professional Engineer (PE) license
PLC/WTP and WWTP software programming experience
Hands-on experience designing SCADA systems, including schematics and loops
Experience managing control systems projects
Knowledge of automation hardware including but not limited to Allen-Bradley, Emerson, Foxboro, Modicon, Siemens, and GE
Knowledge of automation software including but not limited to Wonderware, iFix, FactoryTalk, VTScada, Ignition
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Minimum of 5 years of applicable experience
Hands on experience designing instrumentation and control systems, including P&IDs, control schematics, and loops required
Must be knowledgeable of network, PLC, DCS, or DDC hardware and software
Must be knowledgeable of SCADA/HMI software and capabilities
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming and configuration a plus
Distributed Control System (DCS) programming and configuration a plus
SCADA HMI programming and configuration a plus
Network design experience for industrial control or SCADA systems a plus
Demonstrated knowledge of remote site telemetry communications a plus
Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity considerations for industrial control or SCADA systems a plus
Experience in food & beverage, oil & gas, general industrial, mining, manufacturing, or logistics a plus
Local candidates are preferred
Company
HDR
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