Senior Control Systems Engineer

  • Irvine, CA
  • Posted 24 days ago | Updated 11 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Systems Engineering
System Integration
Programmable Logic Controller
SCADA
HMI
Mentorship
Data Analysis
Editing
Specification Gathering
Regulatory Compliance
Collaboration
Project Scoping
Construction Administration
Quality Assurance
Quality Control
Emerging Technologies
Team Leadership
Customer Engagement
Project Delivery
Innovation
Continuous Improvement
Data Management
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Cyber Security
Network Design
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Leadership
Project Management
Management
Computer Hardware
Allen-Bradley
Siemens
Wonderware
Microsoft Office
Communication
Documentation
Network

Job Details

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Senior Control Systems Engineer, we'll count on you to:

Lead complex control systems engineering projects across all phases-planning, design, and implementation

Serve as Engineer of Record for SCADA/I&C construction documents, ensuring technical excellence

Oversee system integration, including PLC/DCS/SCADA programming and HMI development

Mentor design teams and coordinate workload to meet schedules and deliverables

Develop innovative solutions in advanced automation, operational tech (OT), AI, and data analytics

Write and edit I&C specs, select devices and technologies, and ensure code compliance

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients on proposals, project scoping, and execution

Review electrical documentation, resolve cross-discipline conflicts, and support construction administration

Perform QA/QC on peer work and contribute to a culture of excellence

What Sets You Apart:

Passion for advancing control systems and applying emerging technologies

Strong leadership in team coordination, client engagement, and project delivery

Commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement

Ability to work independently and within multiple teams

Entrepreneurial attitude with a drive to grow the Controls/Cyber business in southern California

Perform other duties as needed #LI-JC8

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Knowledge of advanced control systems topics including data management, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, network architecture
  • Minimum of 15 years' experience

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
  • A minimum of 10 years applicable experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
  • Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
  • Automation programming experience
  • Experience designing control systems
  • Experience managing control systems projects
  • Knowledge of automation hardware including but not limited to Allen-Bradley, Emerson, Foxboro, Modicon, Siemens, and GE.
  • Knowledge of automation software including but not limited to Wonderware, iFix, FacotryTalk, VTScada, Ignition
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
  • Excellent oral and written communication and documentation skills are essential
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
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