CDM Smith

Automation Specialist 4

CDM Smith$104K — $182K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
  • 5 years of related experience required
  • Strong knowledge of instrumentation and control systems design
  • Experience in PLC and HMI systems
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and design software

Responsibilities

  • Creates basic to moderately complex designs for instrumentation and controls
  • Assists in developing specifications for projects
  • Generates HMI graphics and PLC programing
  • Supports testing and startup of control systems
  • Reviews shop drawings and contractor specifications
  • Leads and mentors junior staff members
  • Participates in preparation of proposals and marketing efforts

Benefits

  • Opportunity for domestic and international travel (20% - 40%)
  • Potential for mentorship and leadership experience
  • Exposure to automation strategies in new business activities
  • Discretionary bonuses based on performance
  • Collaborative work environment
Full Job Description
  • 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.
  • 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.

Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs. PLC and HMI experience required. Excellent communication skills. Strong knowledge of Microsoft office suite of programs. Expert knowledge of 3D and 4D design practices.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree. 5 years of related experience. 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. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Amount of Travel Required

20% - 40%
Driving Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.
Pay Range Min

USD $104,562.00
Pay Range Max

USD $182,978.00
Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate's salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

About CDM Smith

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. CDM Smith offers services in areas such as water resources, transportation, environmental engineering, and more. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. CDM Smith has offices throughout the United States and around the world.
Learn more about CDM Smith
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1986

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