Job Description CDM Smith is seeking an Automation and Controls Specialist to help us grow our Automation services offerings throughout the Ohio area! The successful candidate is passionate about SCADA programming, process control system design, Operational Technology (OT) networks and instrumentation & controls with a desire to further enhance their skills and our Automation practice. As a member of the Automation team, the Automation Engineer/Specialist will contribute to CDM Smith's mission by: * Developing solutions for automation projects with senior level oversight and guidance. * Programming, testing, and commissioning of SCADA systems which includes some, if not all of the following software: PLC packages (Rockwell RSLogix 500/Studio 5000, Schneider Electric Unity/Ecostruxure, and/or Emerson Proficy Machine Edition), HMI packages (GE iFix, Rockwell FactoryTalk, and/or VTScada). * Configuring SCADA servers, OITs, workstations, networks, and wireless communication systems (i.e. cellular, radio, Wi-Fi). * Developing SCADA reports using Dream Reports, XL Reporter, or Hach WIMS. * Performing field acceptance testing (FATs) and field inspections to ensure contractor conformance with contract requirements for control systems. * 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. * Preparing control system preliminary design reports (PDRs). * Working knowledge of OT cybersecurity solutions. * Reviewing basic to moderately complex level shop drawings consisting of control system components, instrumentation and panel wiring diagrams. * Providing responses to contractor requests for information (RFIs) under limited supervision. * Independently develops basic to highly complex Operations & Maintenance manuals for designed instrumentation, controls and related systems. * Preparing Automation specific project budgets and construction cost estimates. * Preparing proposals and client presentations under senior supervision. * Traveling to project sites for client meetings, control system troubleshooting, and start-up of control systems within the region. * Performing other duties as required. #LI-LP2 #LI-HYBRID Employment Type Regular Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree. * 5 years of related experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a 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. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Water/Wastewater. * Experience within an Engineering and/or construction firm highly preferred. * Interest in and exposure to managing or leading Automation projects.