• Job Description

  Req#: 526502
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  About Us

  At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
  
  Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
  
  We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
  

  Primary Responsibilities

  HDR is currently seeking to hire engineering students for an immersion program in Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) / Human Machine Interface (HMI) programming for the summer period. The programmers will work full time as an integral part of the Building Engineering Services (BES) team in our Denver office. The primary role of these Automation System Technologists will be to perform hands on PLC and HMI programming tasks to support large programming projects but may also include other I&C or Electrical Engineering tasks.

  PLCs and HMIs are unique industrial automation equipment that are programmed to control factories, refineries, mining operations, water and wastewater facilities throughout the world. While some programming experience is desirable, this programming is unlike typical structured text programming language (C++, BASIC, Python…). HDR will teach the programmers in the proper programming techniques and style. This position requires a programmer who can take direction on how to program the automation equipment for proper and safe process control. The programmer must be detailed oriented. An understanding of industrial, mining, water or wastewater processes is desirable, but not required. This position will include hands on training in Operational Technology (OT) best practices, good engineering judgment, project management and other topics. This position will work under Senior I&C lead engineer / programmers. The programs will be tested on HDRs OT lab that includes PLCs, hypervisor server and other equipment. A demonstration of the program features will be performed by the programmers during this period to HDR process personnel and possibly the customer.

  This position includes primarily programming of PLCs and HMIs but may also branch into other areas including preparation of electrical diagrams, system block diagrams, facility electrical plans, P&IDs, logic diagrams, elementary control diagrams, communications diagrams, control valve sizing and operation, instrumentation specifications, and control equipment specifications.

  A self-sufficient programmer with good communication skills and the ability to take direction and guidance is required for this role. The programmer is expected to learn and progress in programming throughout the summer program. This is a team environment but will require the individual to work independently under direct supervision to adhere to strict programming standards of the project.

  Check out more about the Instrumentation & Controls intern program here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZjLDIQ3WnQ

  The location is in the downtown Denver area and no field work is expected. Parking is not available at the office but the office is close to the Civic Center for access to public transportation. Working from home or remotely is not practical due to the unique learning environment and lab system required to test the PLC code.

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  Required Qualifications

  • Desire to learn industrial controls and programming techniques and practices
  • Undergraduate or graduate student majoring in electrical engineering, architectural engineering, chemical engineering, mining engineering or related field.
  • Candidate must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • The candidate must be able to work independently, as a member of a multi-discipline consulting team
  • Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office, Windows OS
  • Programming knowledge is desired to better understand program structures, number systems, and Boolean logic.
  • Must have good problem-solving skills.
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
  • Color acuity is required (i.e. cannot be color blind).

  Preferred Qualifications

  • ACAD Proficiency is a plus.
  • IT experience or knowledge is a plus.
  • Ethernet networking understanding and experience is a plus.
  • Junior Level or Higher
  • Preference given to local candidates

  Why HDR

  At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

  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 off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00 hourly depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

• About the company

  HDR, Inc. is an employee-owned design firm, specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services.

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