GHD - Houston, TX
posted 4 months ago
As a Senior Automation Engineer within our Advanced Automation Group (AAG), you will play a pivotal role in our digital transformation initiatives, helping clients unlock innovation and embrace the future. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about driving change and making a positive impact in communities through advanced automation solutions. You will leverage your extensive knowledge and experience in the municipal and industrial sectors to enhance our existing automation team in Houston, focusing on client development in water/wastewater, environmental, manufacturing, and energy markets. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Market Leaders and Commercial Managers at GHD to deliver modern plant automation services, including communications, PLC and SCADA control system design and programming, and cybersecurity. Your contributions will extend to overall AAG business planning, thought leadership, and strategic planning, drawing from your wealth of experience. We are looking for individuals who are curious and stimulated by fresh thinking, as you will be at the forefront of driving change in a complex and rewarding environment. Your responsibilities will include the selection and specification of PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA system hardware and software, programming automation hardware using IEC 61131 Programming Languages, onsite process control loop tuning, and HMI design. You will also be involved in the specification and installation of computer hardware, virtualization, networking, and server/client configurations. Additionally, you will design OT/IT communications infrastructure, conduct HAZOPs, and implement cybersecurity measures. Your role will also encompass the development of system documentation, design of control systems, cost estimation, project management, and training of end-users and maintenance personnel. This position requires travel for out-of-town projects, and you will be part of a high-performing team that values creativity and innovation. Join us in solving big problems and making a difference in the communities we serve.