Automation Specialist 5

• Creates and/or oversees basic to highly complex instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D design practices.
• Develops technical memoranda related to design issues for clients.
• Prepares preliminary design reports (PDRs) under limited supervision.
• Coordinates designs reconciliation with clients.
• Creates basic to highly complex human- machine interface (HMI) designs, programmable logic controllers (PLC), reports, etc.
• Creates basic to moderate control system designs including control system architecture (CSA) drawings, Piping and Instrumentation (P&ID) drawings, control narratives and specifications.
• Prepares level of effort estimates (LOEs).
• Assists in the testing and startup of instrumentation, controls and related systems independently with minimal supervision.
• Assists in the development of systems training for end users.
• Reviews basic to highly complex component level shop drawings, contractor clarifications.
• Performs and/or oversees testing and field inspections.
• Responsible for testing and startup documentation completion, as required.
• Leads teams of more junior staff and provides direction and mentoring.
• Reviews the work of junior staff as necessary.
• Participates in the Automation Community of Practice (CoP); focuses on an area of specialty (e.g., communications, networking, instrumentation, security) and strives to become a subject matter expert.
• Under general supervision, prepares proposal sections and presentations.
• Prepares scope and budgets.
• Supports marketing and new business activities as requested in support of the automation strategy.
• May participate in proposals.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills & 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.
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree. 7 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.
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

We will support sponsorship, 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.
Pay Range Max

USD $201,677.00
Pay Range Min

USD $115,253.00