Control Systems Engineer (Water/Industrial) at Hdr in United States-North Carolina-Charlotte | Kablio

Role

Description

cad drafting

field assessment

system testing

instrument spec

scada docs

design review

HDR is looking for a Control Systems Engineer to support our global Control Systems practice which includes full-service capabilities. Our practice provides assessment, planning, design, automation programming/configuration, testing & commissioning, and maintenance for control systems in multiple industries. The primary role of this position is to support the planning, design, and implementation of automated industrial control systems in coordination with clients and multidiscipline teams to develop solutions for construction and implementation in multiple market sectors including, food & beverage; general industrial; oil & gas; logistics, manufacturing; mining; transportation; and water/wastewater. In this role, the Control Systems Engineer will work under the direction of a Senior Control Systems Engineer to design complex industrial control and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, assisting with the evaluation and selection of equipment and system components. They will be responsible for creating biddable and technically accurate construction documents including drawings and specifications. They must be self-motivated with an initiative to deliver high quality, technically excellent control system designs.

Participate in the development of preliminary engineering reports and studies focused on recommending and developing solutions for control system improvements
Utilize CADD software including AutoDesk AutoCAD products to develop and review construction documents
Travel to client facilities to participate in field activities to assess and document the current state of installed control systems
Serve as Engineer of Record in responsible charge for the development of biddable and technically accurate control system construction documents
Assist with system testing and commissioning activities
Assist with the selection and specification of process instrumentation, control panels, and network equipment.
Participate in design review and planning meetings with the client
Interface with electrical and process engineers to coordinate design requirements for network, power, control, and instrumentation
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

Requirements

5+ years

instrumentation

scada

hmi

dcs

plc

Minimum of 5 years of applicable experience
Hands on experience designing instrumentation and control systems, including P&IDs, control schematics, and loops required
Demonstrated knowledge of remote site telemetry communications a plus
SCADA HMI programming and configuration a plus
Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity considerations for industrial control or SCADA systems a plus
Distributed Control System (DCS) programming and configuration a plus
Local candidates are preferred
Must be knowledgeable of network, PLC, DCS, or DDC hardware and software
Exposure to multiple market sectors and core services of our global control systems program
Must be knowledgeable of SCADA/HMI software and capabilities
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming and configuration a plus
Network design experience for industrial control or SCADA systems a plus
Experience in food & beverage, oil & gas, general industrial, mining, manufacturing, or logistics a plus

Benefits

Training and development to build skillset to serve as market sector and core service subject matter expert (SME)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1917

Year Founded

The company was established in 1917, marking the beginning of its journey as a leader in engineering and construction.

Over 100 years

Years of Expertise

HDR has accumulated over a century of experience, contributing to its extensive portfolio of innovative projects.

Thousands

Projects Completed

HDR has successfully delivered thousands of projects, showcasing its expertise across various industries.

provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment.
combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach.
designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings.
iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

We embrace the diverse perspectives of people with a passion for making a difference.
Our people are the heart of HDR.
We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.
We care about making an impact on the communities we serve.
We strive to push the boundaries of what’s possible in every project we take on.

Environment + Sustainability

2035

Net Zero Target

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by this year.

Aim to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions across all office locations.
Design and engineering solutions focus on sustainability, utilizing renewable energy, water efficiency, and sustainable materials.
Approach to sustainable infrastructure includes climate resilience and long-term environmental stewardship.
Measure environmental impact through energy reduction goals, resource conservation, and sustainable design initiatives.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% Women

Representation in Leadership Roles

Women comprise 30% of leadership roles, reflecting progress in gender diversity at the executive level.

Focuses on recruitment strategies for underrepresented groups to increase workforce diversity.
Offers diversity-focused mentorship programs to support career development among diverse employees.
Committed to building an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong.

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Role

Description

cad drafting

field assessment

system testing

instrument spec

scada docs

design review

Participate in the development of preliminary engineering reports and studies focused on recommending and developing solutions for control system improvements
Utilize CADD software including AutoDesk AutoCAD products to develop and review construction documents
Travel to client facilities to participate in field activities to assess and document the current state of installed control systems
Serve as Engineer of Record in responsible charge for the development of biddable and technically accurate control system construction documents
Assist with system testing and commissioning activities
Assist with the selection and specification of process instrumentation, control panels, and network equipment.
Participate in design review and planning meetings with the client
Interface with electrical and process engineers to coordinate design requirements for network, power, control, and instrumentation
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

Requirements

5+ years

instrumentation

scada

hmi

dcs

plc

Minimum of 5 years of applicable experience
Hands on experience designing instrumentation and control systems, including P&IDs, control schematics, and loops required
Demonstrated knowledge of remote site telemetry communications a plus
SCADA HMI programming and configuration a plus
Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity considerations for industrial control or SCADA systems a plus
Distributed Control System (DCS) programming and configuration a plus
Local candidates are preferred
Must be knowledgeable of network, PLC, DCS, or DDC hardware and software
Exposure to multiple market sectors and core services of our global control systems program
Must be knowledgeable of SCADA/HMI software and capabilities
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming and configuration a plus
Network design experience for industrial control or SCADA systems a plus
Experience in food & beverage, oil & gas, general industrial, mining, manufacturing, or logistics a plus

Benefits

Training and development to build skillset to serve as market sector and core service subject matter expert (SME)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1917

Year Founded

The company was established in 1917, marking the beginning of its journey as a leader in engineering and construction.

Over 100 years

Years of Expertise

HDR has accumulated over a century of experience, contributing to its extensive portfolio of innovative projects.

Thousands

Projects Completed

HDR has successfully delivered thousands of projects, showcasing its expertise across various industries.

provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment.
combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach.
designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings.
iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Culture + Values

We embrace the diverse perspectives of people with a passion for making a difference.
Our people are the heart of HDR.
We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.
We care about making an impact on the communities we serve.
We strive to push the boundaries of what’s possible in every project we take on.

Environment + Sustainability

2035

Net Zero Target

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by this year.

Aim to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions across all office locations.
Design and engineering solutions focus on sustainability, utilizing renewable energy, water efficiency, and sustainable materials.
Approach to sustainable infrastructure includes climate resilience and long-term environmental stewardship.
Measure environmental impact through energy reduction goals, resource conservation, and sustainable design initiatives.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% Women

Representation in Leadership Roles

Women comprise 30% of leadership roles, reflecting progress in gender diversity at the executive level.

Focuses on recruitment strategies for underrepresented groups to increase workforce diversity.
Offers diversity-focused mentorship programs to support career development among diverse employees.
Committed to building an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong.

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