Automation Engineer 1 (2026 Start!)
About The Position
CDM Smith is seeking an Automation Engineer 1 to join our Houston office! This is an exciting opportunity for an early career engineer to work alongside industry-leading professionals on complex and meaningful projects. Under direct supervision, creates basic instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D drafting programs. Reviews simple component level shop drawings. Creates basic human-machine interface (HMI) designs, programmable logic controllers (PLC), reports, etc. Performs other duties as required. Assists with testing and startup of instrumentation, controls and related systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or in Engineering Technology or related discipline.
- 0 years of experience.
- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Nice To Haves
- Basic knowledge of instrumentation, controls and related systems designs.
- Good communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft office suite of programs.
- Moderate knowledge of 3D and 4D CAD drafting.
Responsibilities
- Creates basic instrumentation, controls and related systems designs using 3D and 4D drafting programs.
- Reviews simple component level shop drawings.
- Creates basic human-machine interface (HMI) designs, programmable logic controllers (PLC), reports, etc.
- Performs other duties as required.
- Assists with testing and startup of instrumentation, controls and related systems.
Benefits
- Challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment
- Career growth and development
- Tools and resources to do your best
- Company takes good care of you and your family
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
