Senior Control Systems Integration Technical Specialist / Programmer

HDR is looking for a Senior Control Systems Integration Technical Specialist / Programmer to join our North Carolina team. This position must be based in either our Winston-Salem, Charlotte, or Raleigh office. The Senior Control Systems Integration Technical Specialist / Programmer will have responsibility for programming, testing, implementing and commissioning the control system as designed. They will be responsible for coordination of the control system with the design team, construction team and client. They must have strong communication skills, an ability to work effectively within a team, technical aptitude, and a problem-solving mindset. This position will require a strong desire to learn, grow, and continually take on new challenges.

In this role, we'll count on you to: * Lead control systems integration projects.

• Participate in development of scope, schedule and budget.
• A fundamental understanding of programming and standard engineering practices.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office to produce detail-oriented reports.
• Knowledge of controls and automation principles and electrical circuits is desired.
• Programming the project control system as defined by the project scope - SCADA, PLC, HMI, Historian, Communications hardware, etc.
• Execute assigned tasks within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Coordinate with Design, Construction, and Start-up team leaders for project control system.
• Download, test, and document control system programs and communication systems as defined in scope.
• Participate in field testing and commissioning of the control system.
• Must be willing to travel as necessary. Duration of travel and frequency of travel will depend on project/HDR needs.

Do you have a valid Professional Engineer license?, Do you have experience in Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)?, Do you have a Associate's degree in engineering?, * Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license

• Experience working in water and wastewater facilities, oil & gas industry, power generation and distribution, mining and other industrial facilities is a plus
• Knowledgeable of Rockwell Allen-Bradley, Emerson GE, AVEVA Wonderware, Inductive Automation Ignition, and/or other automation platforms
• Involved in extracurricular activities and/or engineering societies, such as IEEE or ISA
• Excellent communication, leadership and planning skills, and ability to thrive in a team environment
• Position requires very strong skills in preparing client presentations, project memoranda and reports
• Preference given to local candidates, * Associate Degree in Engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years experience in process control system programming Supervisory Controls and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), Human Machine Interface (HMI), Operator Interface Terminals (OIT's), Industrial communication networks set up and testing and assistance in start-up and commissioning.
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of employee-owned culture.

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' 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. We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence., 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.