Control Systems Engineer

Experience Required

5 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Degree

Compensation

$ / yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

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?

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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.

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.

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

Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures

Coordinate control system discipline staff workload through design development and construction document phases to complete documents on schedule

Review control systems documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines

Write and edit instrumentation and controls systems specifications, and select equipment and monitoring/control devices

Develop biddable and technically accurate SCADA / Control Systems construction documents including P&IDs, network architecture diagrams, control panel layouts and wiring diagrams, installation details, loop drawings, and technical specifications.

Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents

Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed

Supervise and develop a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed

Provide construction contract administration as needed

Lead or support SCADA and network Master Planning projects as needed

Travel to client facilities to participate in field activities to assess and document the current state of installed control systems.

Participate in and lead design review and planning meetings with the client.

Lead or participate in the development of preliminary engineering reports and Studies focused on recommending and developing solutions for control system improvements.

Serve as Engineer of Record in responsible charge for the development of biddable and technically accurate SCADA/I&C construction documents.

Interface with Electrical and Process Engineers to fully coordinate design requirements for network, power, control, and instrumentation.

Assist with the selection and specification of process instrumentation, control panels, and network equipment.

Assist with the development of biddable and technically accurate SCADA / I&C construction documents including P&IDs, network architecture diagrams, control panel layouts and wiring diagrams, installation details, loop drawings, and technical specifications.

Assist with system testing and commissioning activities.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field.

Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

A minimum of 5 years applicable experience

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Montana: $91,000-$123,000

Primary Location:United States-Montana-Billings

Other Locations:United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-Montana-Butte

Industry:Building Engineering

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Control Systems

Job Posting:Aug 21, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.

CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

At HDR, health and safety matters.

For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.

If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.

Is this a registered apprenticeship?

False

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

193750

Job Type

Full Time