Controls Engineer Specialist

Job Description

Controls Engineer Specialist – Pioneer the next generation of innovation. This position is a technical expert leading the research, design, and development of new products, interfacing control systems related to system operation, and leading the development of software for sustainable solutions.

• Lead architect for control system platforms and HMI multi-touchscreen development, generator panel, and SCADA cabinets.
• Technical lead for development of controller software for sustainable solutions like microgrids, battery containers, and fuel cells.
• Manage specification of interfaces between MTU hardware (ECU’s, control panels, PLC's) and balance-of-plant systems such as switch gear and power distribution systems globally.
• Develop special customer applications with MTU control system.
• Design control systems for R&D programs.
• Interface electrical and mechanical applications and systems with MTU control system.
• Work directly with controls and governor manufacturers to improve functionality and mitigate issues.
• Specify, design, validate, and maintain MTU control systems.
• Hardware responsibilities: voltage regulators, control panels, engine ECUs, PLC’s, protective relays.
• Coordinate with global electrical engineering organization on projects.
• Assist all company areas with controls related issues; devise strategic plans using data for problem resolution.
• Involve in development and validation of special customer projects as required.

• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering and 7 years of electrical/controls or electronics engineering experience;
• Or 11 years of electrical/controls or electronics engineering experience.
• Ability and willingness to travel for business trips (20%).

• Excellent technical knowledge of control systems for gas and diesel fueled power generation systems for continuous, standby and mission critical applications including subsystems such as switch gear, transformer stations/substations, grid interconnections, and controls for island and microgrid solutions.
• Excellent knowledge of power generation and distribution systems.
• Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills to gather facts and draw conclusions in complex situations.
• Excellent ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, line diagrams, ladder diagrams, point-to-point diagrams and shop drawings.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with others.
• Strong organization, planning, and follow-up skills.
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Strong computer skills:
  AutoCAD LT, AutoCAD electrical, programming of programmable logic devices, MS Office and Bluebeam Revu.

Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in additional benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match;
Employee Assistance Program; paid time off; paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. Options available may vary by date of hire, employment type, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.