Lead Controls Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-03
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Lead Controls Engineer responsible for guiding gas turbine control system projects, troubleshooting live plant operations, and driving automation initiatives in power generation environments.
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.
5+ years of hands-on Controls Engineering experience in gas turbine environments.
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).
Skills:
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).
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.
You have 5+ years gas turbine controls experience. Proficient with PLC/DCS platforms and HMI/SCADA development. Ready to lead projects and mentor junior engineers
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