Control Engineer I​/II​/III - Oahu, Maui

Control Engineer I/II/III - Oahu, Maui

Date:

May 28, 2026

Location:

Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), US, 96840

Company: hawaiianel

We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company.

Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Posting End Date:
This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.

BRIEF POSTING

DESCRIPTION:

The P ER POWER SUPPLY CONTROLS Department of the P OPERATIONAL TECHNOLOGY Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 3 Management vacancies available. (Role: Professional)

This posting seeks to fill at either the Control Engineer I, II, or III; whichever level is most suited to the qualifications of the applying candidate.

Control Engineer I

JOB FUNCTION:

Plays a supportive role in maintaining and improving power generation control systems and operational technology (OT) networks. Under the guidance of Senior Control Engineers, assists with system troubleshooting, documentation, maintenance, and cybersecurity tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

+  Assist in maintaining application software, graphic displays, and databases for generation control systems

+  Support engineers and technicians in troubleshooting instrumentation and control system hardware issues

+  Participate in installation, configuration, and maintenance of network and telecommunication systems under supervision

+  Help perform routine, preventive, and predictive maintenance of OT systems

+  Support the implementation and documentation of cybersecurity functions and controls as directed

+  Assist in hardware, operating system, and software updates and configurations

+  Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including system configurations, change logs, and maintenance records

+  Learn and apply safe work practices, company policies, and procedures related to generation operations

+  Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

+  Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

+  College degree in computer or electrical engineering, computer science or equivalent combination of education or experience.

+  Strong interest in automation, process control, and system design

+  Basic understanding of control theory, network fundamentals, and system integration

+  Basic knowledge of network architecture and computerized information systems used in industrial environments

+  Familiarity with industrial control systems

+  Understanding of OT security principles

Skills Requirements

+  Communication skills, both written and verbal, across all organizational levels .

+  Ability to analyze technical information and interpret procedures, technical standards, and manuals

+  Good organizational and analytical skills; detail-oriented and adaptable to changing priorities

+  Demonstrated initiative and motivation to learn new systems and technologies independently

+  Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, and operators

+  Must have or be able to qualify for State of Hawaii driver's license to drive to various company facilities.  Must meet the standards for frequent or required driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Required Driving Positions policy. These standards may be adjusted periodically to meet business and safety objectives.  

+  Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, to support 24/7 operations.

Experience Requirements

+  Internship or limited work experience in control systems or operational technology preferred.

+  Familiarity with industrial automation or networked control systems desired .

Control Engineer II

JOB FUNCTION:

Under direction of Consulting or Senior Engineer, provides technical support for the ongoing assessment, support, improvement, and extension of the capabilities and performance of generation control systems and networks.  Provides support to meet corporate goals in service reliability, availability, and system efficiencies.  Implements, tests, and integrates hardware and software to enhance and support the needs of generation controls and the systems as assigned.  

Maintains control networks for secure, efficient, and reliable operation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

+  In consultation with Senior Controls Engineer, maintains Operational Technology operating systems, application software, graphic displays, and databases for generation control systems. Provides 24x7 support to Electric System Operations personnel for the safe and reliable operation of the Generation…