Control System Engineer Job Houston area,Texas USA,Engineering

We are seeking a Lead Controls Engineer with strong experience in gas turbine control systems to lead engineering projects, support critical plant operations, and drive automation initiatives. This role combines technical leadership, hands‑on troubleshooting, and customer‑facing engagement across power generation environments.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in turbine controls, DCS/PLC systems, and balance of plant (BOP), along with the ability to lead projects from concept through execution while supporting ongoing plant reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead control system projects including gas turbine upgrades, migrations, and HMI enhancements.
Provide advanced troubleshooting and technical support for gas turbine and BOP control systems in live plant environments.
Diagnose and resolve issues within DCS and PLC platforms, ensuring high system availability and reliability.
Collaborate with operations, instrumentation, and maintenance teams to support plant performance and continuous improvement efforts.
Design, develop, and optimize HMI/SCADA interfaces for improved operator visibility and control.
Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial communication networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC, etc.).
Support instrument calibration and integration including pressure, flow, temperature, and level devices.
Program, test, and validate PLC logic and control sequences for turbine and plant systems.
Travel to customer sites for system startups, upgrades, commissioning, and troubleshooting support.
Identify opportunities for system optimization, modernization, and reliability improvements and communicate recommendations to stakeholders.

Core Requirements

5+ years of hands‑on Controls Engineering experience in gas turbine environments (required).
5+ years of experience working with industrial automation systems (PLC/DCS).
Strong experience supporting power generation facilities, including turbine controls and BOP systems.
Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior engineers/technicians.
Deep understanding of electrical systems, process control, and instrumentation fundamentals.
Experience performing control system upgrades, migrations, and system integrations.
Ability to configure and troubleshoot networked control systems and field devices.
Strong problem‑solving skills with a structured, analytical approach to root cause analysis.
Excellent customer‑facing communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Controls Engineering (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with GE Mark VI / Mark VIe turbine control systems.
Experience with Allen‑Bradley (Rockwell), Woodward, Emerson Ovation, or Siemens controls platforms.
Background supporting power generation, turbines, or excitation systems.
Experience working in energy, utilities, or oil & gas environments.
Exposure to IoT, digital transformation, or advanced analytics initiatives.
Basic programming/scripting experience (Python, C#, .NET, etc.).
Based in Houston, TX or open to relocation (preferred).

What This Role Offers

Opportunity to lead high‑impact projects in power generation and energy infrastructure
Hands‑on exposure to turbine control systems and advanced automation technologies
A collaborative, fast‑paced environment with strong technical ownership and growth potential

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