Civil Engineer – Site / Land Development – Chicago, IL

Civil Engineer – Site / Land Development   2026-240

Location:  Chicago, Illinois
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: No

Experience Required: 3+ years

Education Requirements: BS in Civil Engineering

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a growing Engineering Consulting firm in the NW Chicago area, that is seeking to add a junior Civil Engineer to perform site analysis and land development for projects. This is a great opportunity for an engineer with a few years of experience, who is ready to take on more project responsibility.

Your Role:

  • Lead and support civil design projects from concept through construction
  • Prepare and review grading, drainage, utility, and site development plans
  • Perform engineering calculations and ensure compliance with local and state regulations
  • Coordinate closely with in-house land surveyors and site planners
  • Communicate with municipalities, clients, and internal teams

Required Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD including AutoCAD 3D

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
  • 3+ years of civil engineering experience with site development, land development, municipal, or transportation projects.

Preferred Experience:

  • Engineer-in-Training certification
  • Site grading and drainage design (stormwater management, detention/runoff control, cut/fill balancing)
  • Utility system design for site development (water and sanitary sewer layout and coordination)
  • Engineering calculations and technical design analysis (hydrology/hydraulics, drainage calculations, structural/supporting site calculations)
  • Municipal permitting and plan-submittal knowledge (understanding local/state submission requirements and responding to agency review comments)
  • Municipal/stakeholder liaison and permit coordination (communicating and negotiating with municipalities, clients, and review agencies)

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-240 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

Senior Voice / VoIP Engineer – Contract – Philadelphia, PA or Denver, CO

Senior Voice / VoIP Engineer Contract  2026-239

Location:  Philadelphia, PA, or Mount Laurel, NJ or Denver, CO
Visa Sponsorship: No

Start Date: May 2026
Assignment Length: 1 year

Experience Required: 10 years

Education Requirements: BS in IT, Engineering, or comparable arena, or 8–12+ years of demonstrable, hands‑on VoIP/voice engineering experience in place of a degree.

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a leading technology company that is seeking a senior-level Voice / VoIP Engineer with strong SIP fundamentals and the ability to independently design, troubleshoot, and support large-scale voice platforms.

This is a one-year contract, working from the company’s office in either Philadelphia, PA, Mount Laurel, NJ, or Denver, CO.

Your Role:

  • Design and support SIP-based voice and VoIP solutions, including call center and IVR use cases
  • Troubleshoot SIP signaling, media flows, and complex voice issues across systems
  • Translate business requirements into technical voice and integration designs
  • Operate with a high degree of autonomy, owning technical decisions and outcomes
  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams during design, escalation, and certification efforts

Required Experience:

  • Strong hands-on expertise with SIP protocols, signaling, and media troubleshooting
  • Solid Linux proficiency, including CLI-based system support and diagnostics
  • Experience with VoIP platforms such as PBX systems, SIP trunking, or service provider voice environments
  • Systems-level problem-solving skills across multiple components and technologies
  • Basic scripting experience to support automation and operational efficiency

Preferred Experience:

  • SBC’s: Ribbon, Audiocodes. (e.g., Oracle/Acme Packet or comparable platforms)
  • BroadWorks or similar carrier-grade voice platforms
  • Exposure to Cisco voice technologies
  • Experience supporting large-scale, multi-region or multi-country voice deployments

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-239 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

Senior PLC Controls Engineer – Albuquerque, NM

Senior PLC Controls Engineer  2026-237

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: No

Experience Required: 10+ years of PLC Controls Engineering

Education Requirements: BS in Electrical/Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are seeking a Senior PLC Controls Engineer to join the team at a growing engineering consulting firm in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to provide team leadership in delivering automation systems for a wide variety of industries, implementing automation solutions with multiple control systems including PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA platforms, with emphasis on Rockwell and Cimplicity.

Your Role:

In this role you will interact directly with the customer and lead a team of engineers in identifying requirements, developing specifications, and implementing/testing/commissioning/qualifying automation solutions. This position is a leadership role within the business unit and requires strong problem-solving ability, well-balanced people skills, an aptitude for business efficiency, and an interest in creating partnerships.

  • You will deliver innovative automation solutions and design standards either on your own or as a leader of a team.
  • You must have the ability to conceptualize, detail, and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery that meet our customer’s requirements.  This involves the development of a control system architecture, selecting the components to be used, detailing schematic diagrams and system documentation, programming controllers (PLC, DCS, RTU), programming the process visualization (HMI/SCADA), developing databases for archiving/displaying historical system data and implementing/commissioning the control system at the client’s facility.  
  • Knowledge of controller programming languages such as Ladder, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text, and others to achieve the desired results is required.  
  • Also having knowledge of standard programming languages such as VBA, .NET, and SQL for the development of HMI/SCADA systems is preferred
  • For larger systems, experience with industrial networking used to connect control system components and instrumentation is preferred.
  • You will design, detail, and implement a variety of fiber, wired, and wireless systems using industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.)
  • This position oftentimes requires the following project management responsibilities: developing project execution plans, work breakdown structures and associated budgets, task prioritization and scheduling, task ordering, time tracking and reporting, financial tracking and reporting, early problem identification, conflict management/resolution, leading and supporting a team, and attending project status meetings. Also includes overseeing daily operations and activities of a project(s) up to $1M. This position is often responsible for ensuring the overall profitability of the project
  • The ideal candidate must have a diverse engineering skillset with the ability to work independently. Will act as technical lead on projects and guide lower-level engineers and technicians.  Could also act as Project Manager on smaller projects.

Required Skills:

  • In-depth understanding of PLC hardware/software platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and Modicon
  • In-depth understanding of HMI/SCADA hardware/software platforms such as ICONICS Genesis64, Wonderware ArchestrA System Platform, GE CIMPLICITY, GE iFIX, Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View, Schneider, and Siemens
  • In-depth understanding of DCS hardware/software platforms such as Emerson DeltaV or similar
  • Experience in industries such as Semiconductor chip fabrication facilities, Life Sciences, Building Automation, Food and Beverage, Oil & Gas and Mining
  • Experience in the design of electrical schematics, including power distribution under 480VAC, control panels, and associated NEC references desired
  • Experience with AutoCAD is desired
  • Experience leading a team of engineers/technicians to provide control system solutions
  • Experience mentoring less experienced engineers
  • Professional references, preferably one from each of the following: a subordinate, a peer, and a manager
  • Field device/equipment troubleshooting
  • Job estimating

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science is required.
  • 10+ years of Controls Engineer experience with capabilities in these areas:
    • Candidates with Rockwell and Cimplicity experience will be given preference
    • Various 3rd party web-based data integrations for monitoring and troubleshooting aid
    • Develop work processes to automate template and instance development within the System Platform
    • Provide technical leadership on design standards around graphics, alarming, and scale-up
    • SQL, .NET, Power BI, Grafana, and APIs

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-237 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

Electrical Engineer – Power Generation and Controls – Pittsburgh, PA then Houston or Tulsa

Electrical Engineer – Power Generation and Controls  2026-234

Location:  Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for up to 2 years, then Houston, Texas OR Tulsa, Oklahoma
Relocation Assistance: Originally No – but they will relocate you to the second location
Visa Sponsorship: No

Experience Required: 5 – 10+ years

Education Requirements: BS or higher in Electrical Engineering; Professional Engineer License is a plus

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a growing company that is actively seeking several experienced Electrical Engineers to lead the design and optimization of electrical systems to power pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities.

This role will be based originally in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for approximately two (2) years. Once the initial project is complete, you will be expected to relocate to either Tulsa, Oklahoma or Houston, Texas, depending on future project needs. NOTE: Candidates must be willing and able to relocate to be considered for this role.

Your Role:

You will lead the design and optimization of electrical systems that power essential infrastructure—pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities.You will apply your technical expertise to integrate advanced technologies like automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage, driving efficiency and innovation across operations. This is a high-impact role where your leadership and problem-solving skills will directly contribute to operational reliability, safety, and strategic growth.

  • Ensure safety in the gas pipeline construction process through the implementation of arc flash mitigation, fault detection systems, and rigorous compliance with regulatory and environmental standards.
  • Manage complex engineering projects from concept to completion ensuring alignment with business goals timelines and budget constraints.
  • Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical systems and power distribution networks supporting critical infrastructure such as pipelines, compressor stations, and storage facilities. 
  • Champion the integration of advanced technologies including automation, real-time monitoring, and energy storage to enhance system performance and reduce operational costs. 
  • Provide technical expertise in power distribution, electrical schematics, and system layouts for both new construction and upgrades to existing facilities. 
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental and regulatory standards across electrical systems and project execution. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions that meet internal and external customer needs 
  • Mentor and support the development of junior engineers, fostering technical growth knowledge sharing and a culture of continuous improvement. 

Required Skills:

  • Understanding of power system design, analysis, and simulation (e.g., ETAP, MATLAB, PSCAD, Simulink or similar tools)
  • Knowledge of high-voltage equipment, transformers, generators, and switchgear
  • Understanding of grid integration and renewable energy systems
  • Experience in managing procurement processes for electrical equipment and materials, with established industry contacts for sourcing reliable vendors and suppliers
  • Demonstrated excellent organizational/interpersonal skills, with safety as a main priority 

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience in overseeing the (FAT) commissioning, testing, and startup of electrical equipment to ensure proper functionality and compliance with design specifications
  • Proficiency in designing, and implementing, Instrumentation systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems 
  • Project Management experience
  • Experience working in Preliminary-Front End Engineering and Design (Pre-FEED), Front End Engineering Design (FEED), or Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) of small to medium facility projects 

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 4 – 10+ years engineering experience in natural gas, data centers or related industry

Preferred Experience:

  • Professional Engineer License is highly preferred
  • Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-234 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer – Raleigh, NC

Senior DeltaV Controls Engineer   2026-233

Location:  Raleigh, North Carolina
Relocation Assistance: YES
Visa Sponsorship: No

Experience Required: 8 – 15+ years

Education Requirements: BS or higher in  in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a growing employee-owned automation and controls engineering firm, who is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer with extensive experience with Emerson DeltaV systems, to lead the design, implementation, and project management of large-scale capital automation projects within the Life Sciences industry, working from their office in Raleigh, North Carolina. You will also travel up to 25% to client sites for site support and commissioning.

Your Role:

This role requires proficiency with Emerson DeltaV systems and a strong technical background in designing and delivering cGMP-compliant automation solutions.. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complete project life cycles, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize biopharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing processes.

  • Design and implement DeltaV control systems for complex Life Sciences capital projects
  • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources, ensuring on-time and within-budget project execution
  • Lead system architecture development and control strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency
  • Design batch sequencing, phase logic, and recipe structures to optimize production efficiency and regulatory compliance
  • Develop DeltaV graphics using DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate in alignment with ISA-101 HMI guidelines
  • Utilize a class-based approach in overall design to maximize scalability and standardization across projects
  • Develop electrical designs, including power distribution, panel layouts, and grounding strategies for automation systems
  • Specify and procure instrumentation and hardware components
  • Design and implement industrial networking solutions, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, and Foundation Fieldbus
  • Integrate 3rd party equipment with DeltaV systems using protocols such as OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus
  • Define computing infrastructure requirements, including server architecture, virtualization, cybersecurity, and redundancy planning
  • Design, plan, and specify DeltaV system licensing based on user requirements and project scope to ensure cost-effective and scalable solutions
  • Oversee the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to commissioning and validation
  • Ensure project deliveries and execution methodology compliance with GAMP5, cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, and industry best practices
  • Develop acceptance protocols and manage the execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate system performance
  • Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and cross-disciplinary teams
  • Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project success
  • Implement advanced automation strategies, including ISA-88 batch processing, historian integration, and alarm management
  • Troubleshoot complex automation challenges and drive continuous improvements in system performance
  • Travel up to 25% for on-site support, commissioning, and client engagement

Required Skills:

  • Proficiency in DeltaV Live and DeltaV Operate, including experience designing high-performance HMIs and operator interfaces.
  • Expertise in ISA-101 HMI design principles and high-performance graphic design strategies.
  • Strong experience in class-based configuration and design.
  • Expertise in ISA-88 batch processing, historian solutions, and advanced control strategies.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale capital projects in the Life Sciences industry.
  • Strong knowledge of automation protocols (HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, IO-Link).
  • Deep understanding of industrial networking for communication between controllers, servers, and HMIs.
  • Strong knowledge of cGMP, GAMP5, and regulatory compliance for biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
  • Experience integrating electrical and process control systems.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
  • Experience specifying and designing electrical components, including MCCs, VFDs, control panels, and power distribution systems.
  • Knowledge of server infrastructure and virtualization technologies for robust DeltaV system deployment.
  • Extensive experience designing and implementing batch control systems within regulated Life Sciences environments.
  • Experience in OEM system integration using OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, and other industrial communication protocols.
  • Ability to plan, specify, and manage DeltaV system licensing to optimize project implementation.

Preferred Skills:

  • Knowledge of Rockwell Automation, Inductive Automation Ignition, Siemens PCS7, or other DCS/SCADA systems is a plus.

Required Experience:

  • Professional degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 8-15 years in automation and control system engineering, with a strong focus on Life Sciences projects.
  • 8-15 years of hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems, focusing on system design and project execution.

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-233 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

The Hiring Catalyst Blog – Understanding the Job Hiring Process: A Candidate’s Guide

As our first post, let us investigate how the hiring process actually works.

The hiring process is pretty much split into four phases:

  • The Review Phase
  • The Interview Phase
  • The Offer Phase
  • The Onboarding Phase

The Review Phase is actually the job posting / ad / application / review phase, completed from both the hiring manager side and the candidate side.

  • Hiring managers tell what the job entails and what they see as the requirements of fitting candidates.
  • Candidates review the job posting and decide if it seems like a fit. If so, they then explain why they meet the requirements.
  • The hiring team reviews the candidates and chooses who to interview.

Then, the Interview Phase:

  • Hiring managers tell what the job entails and what they see as the requirements of fitting candidates, and ask questions about their experience and background.
  • Candidates explain why they meet the requirements, and answer questions about their experience and background.
  • Candidates ask questions about the job and company, and review the team’s ambiance and the company and workplace environment and ambiance.
  • The hiring team reviews the candidates’ responses and chooses who to interview again, or who to offer the job.

Then, the Offer Phase:

  • The hiring team decides how much to offer the candidate, based on how much they fit in the job needs.
  • The candidate reviews the offer, workplace environment and ambiance, and decides whether to accept. If they feel the offer meets their needs, they accept. If the job fits their needs, but the offer is too low, they may decide to tell the manager, and tell them how much they would want, in order to accept the offer.
  • If the candidate accepts the offer, the hiring team then moves on to the onboarding phase. If the candidate makes a counter offer, the hiring team decides whether to make that offer, or not.

Should the candidate decline the offer, or the hiring team decides not to move forward with a counter offer, then we move back to the interview phase.

But if the candidate accepts the offer, we move to the Onboarding Phase:

  • The hiring team sends an employment agreement.
  • The candidate signs and returns the agreement.
  • The hiring team then competes reference reviews, background checks, and medical testing, as required by company rules, and by law.
  • Once all is successfully complete, a start date is planned, and, if required, the new employee relocates to the new location, and starts work.

From this point of view, it all seems straightforward and simple. But, we all know that is deceptive, because the process for each is a lot more complicated than it first seems.

So now we get to the root of the Hiring Catalyst Blog: explaining the complete hiring process, and how, as a candidate, we can make sure we complete all the stages.

Next time, we will work through the Review Phase, from the candidate point of view:

  • How to read and interpret a job posting, and decide if you are a good fit, and whether to apply.
  • How to format and word your application and resume to convince the hiring team that you are the best fit.

Let us know, by leaving a comment, if this meets your expectations, and what else you would want us to investigate in the process!

Welcome to the Hiring Catalyst Blog

Welcome to the Hiring Catalyst blog, focused on helping engineers and project managers find the right career opportunities.

By way of introduction, I spent over 20 years in the chemical industry as an engineer, project engineer, and operations manager. During that time, I worked for four different companies before eventually moving into the recruiting industry. Along the way, I gained firsthand experience with the hiring process—from both the candidate’s perspective and the hiring manager’s side of the table.

The purpose of this blog is to share those experiences and insights, covering everything from job searching and applications to interviewing, hiring decisions, and onboarding.

If you’re an engineer or project manager, you know your career isn’t built on buzzwords—it’s built on projects that work, systems that last, and decisions that matter. Yet the hiring process often fails to reflect that reality. This blog is designed to help you better present your experience, evaluate opportunities, and navigate recruiting with confidence and clarity. Look for a new post at least weekly.

Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future posts and insights.

Water / Wastewater Project Team

We are working with a fast growing Water / Wastewater consultant engineering practice with offices in Baltimore and Virginia Beach, to add to their team, working on new sewer design, water distribution, water/wastewater treatment, and pump station projects in the Mid-Atlantic US:


Baltimore, Maryland:

Water/Waste Water Project Manager 2026-229
BS or higher in Engineering; PE License
Contribute to and lead collaborative projects.


Water/Waste Water Project Engineer 2026-228
BS or higher in Engineering
Design water and wastewater projects.
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Water Resources Project Manager 2026-219
BS or higher in Civil Engineering or related field; PE License
Lead linear transportation-related drainage and stormwater projects


Water Resources Project Engineer 2026-225
BS or higher in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
Professional Engineer License in the state of Virginia, or ability to obtain license within 6 months
Design drainage and stormwater systems, perform complex hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, manage erosion and sediment control designs

Welcome to The Hiring Catalyst

Catalyst – a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed or permanently changed in the process.

First, an introduction:

I am a Chemical Engineer, who spent 20 years in the specialty chemicals industry. I grew up in the Atlanta area, and moved to Texas, Alabama, and Arkansas, before moving back to the Atlanta area.

I started out in process engineering, then moved into operations management. My most exciting job was as a project manager to build a brand new chemical plant, in an area with no other chemical plants at all. In this role, not only did I lead the design, construction, and start-up of the plant, but I led the recruiting and hiring of all the plant employees, from the front office support, to the operations technicians and maintenance, to the supervisors and plant engineers. Then, as Plant Manager, I got to lead, support, and grow them into a wonderful team.

After moving back to the Atlanta area, I then became Plant Manager of another specialty chemical plant. But a few years later, that company decided to get out of the chemical industry, and sold the plant to a competitor, who then brought in their own management team, and I was laid off.

So, I reached out to a recruiter I knew, and asked him to find me a new job. He agreed, but he also mentioned that his workload was rather busy, and he could really use some help finding engineers. “Why don’t you come help me fill some jobs, and in the meantime, you can find your own job?”

That was 20 years ago.

What I found in that role was that I really enjoyed working with hiring managers, to refine their job definitions, and help them find the best people. And, I really enjoyed working with engineers and other people, to help them find the best job for them.

In that time, I have come to realize what I do – I make the managers’ hiring process and the candidates’ job hunt process operate more effectively, in a shorter time, and with better results, than if they did the whole process on their own.

In other words, I am a hiring catalyst.

So – if you are a manager who needs to speed up your hiring process without changes to your system . . .
Or – if you are seeking a new job and you need to speed up your job change process without changing your world . . .

This is the site for you! Check out our open jobs.

Or email me your resume and we will connect!