Automation Specialist 7 (Substation)
**37662BR**
**Requisition ID:**
37662BR
**Business Unit:**
IND
**Job Description:**
Creates and/or oversees moderate to highly complex instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D programs. Develops technical memoranda related to design issues for clients. Prepares preliminary design reports (PDRs). Coordinates designs reconciliation with clients. Creates moderate to highly complex human- machine interface (HMI) designs, programmable logic controllers (PLC), reports, etc. Prepares level of effort estimates (LOEs). Assists in the testing and startup of instrumentation, controls, and related systems. Develops systems training for end users. Recognized leader of technical and professional staff. Leads project teams and reviews the work of junior staff as necessary. Provides mentoring to junior staff such as giving feedback on technical issues, client relationships and career/organizational issues. 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. May serve in the Sr. Technical Advisor role or otherwise participate in the CoP committee. Oversees and directs new business development activities. Prepares proposals and presentations. Prepares scope and budgets. Supports marketing and new business activities as requested in support the Automation strategy. Collaborates in the development of the overall Automation strategy. Reviews basic to highly complex component level shop drawings. Provides responses to requests for information (RFIs) under supervision. Performs field acceptance testing (FATs) and field inspections. Performs other duties as required.
**Job Title:**
Automation Specialist 7 (Substation)
**Group:**
IND
**Employment Type:**
Regular
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Bachelor's degree. 12 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.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Responsible for Substation engineering including detailed design for high voltage substation projects through 345kV including:
• Protective relay schemes
• Relay Schematics and wiring diagrams
• Equipment specifications and selection
• Hardware specifications and selection, including SCADA/RTU components
• Knowledge of NESC & NEC
• Substation grounding grid design & lightning protection
**EEO Statement:**
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
**Why CDM Smith?:**
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Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
**Job Site Location:**
Pennsylvania - Statewide
**Agency Disclaimer:**
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
**Amount of Travel Required:**
10%
**Assignment Category:**
Fulltime-Regular
**Visa Sponsorship Available:**
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
**Skills and 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. Expert knowledge of 3D and 4D design practices.
**Background Check and Drug Testing Information:**
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
**Additional Compensation:**
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
**Work Location Options:**
Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.