I&C Operations Engineer

Fervo Energy

I&C Operations Engineer optimizing geothermal power plants for reliability and performance. Leading technical authority on instrumentation, controls, and SCADA systems at Cape Station.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in I&C systems, including Allen-Bradley PLCs and Ignition SCADA, with a strong focus on operational performance, reliability optimization, and compliance with safety standards. Capable of leading technical projects, conducting root cause analysis, and effectively communicating technical information across teams.

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Allen-Bradley PLCsIgnition SCADAIndustrial Communication ProtocolsRoot Cause AnalysisPreventive Maintenance Strategies

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Hard Skills

PLC ProgrammingControl System TroubleshootingField Instrumentation CalibrationHMI DevelopmentProcess Control OptimizationKPI MonitoringProject ManagementTechnical DocumentationControl Network ConfigurationSafety Instrumented Systems

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOwnership MindsetProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationTechnical Writing

Tools & Technologies

Rockwell Studio 5000Modbus TCP/IPEtherNet/IPOPC-UAIgnition SCADA Application

Industry Keywords

I&C EngineeringPower GenerationOil and Gas FacilitiesPSM ComplianceMOC Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

TCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the site technical authority for all I&C systems including Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix), Ignition SCADA, field instrumentation, and industrial control networks.
Monitor control system and instrumentation performance to proactively identify reliability risks and optimization opportunities across ORC generation, gathering, and surface facility systems.
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and after-action reviews (AARs) for control system failures, instrumentation faults, and process upsets; develop and track corrective actions to closure.
Work closely with maintenance to define preventive maintenance strategies for instrumentation and control system assets, and to develop field procedures for calibration, loop checks, and device replacement.
Maintain accurate and current I&C documentation including control system architecture drawings, instrument loop diagrams, I/O lists, and wiring schematics; drive timely updates following any system changes.
Own and continuously improve Cape Station's Ignition SCADA application, including HMI screens, tag configuration, alarming, historian integration, and operational reporting.
Develop and refine operational dashboards and daily reports that give operators and engineering staff clear, real-time visibility into facility health and performance.
Build and maintain KPI monitoring displays that track power output, system availability, and process efficiency against targets and historical baselines.
Troubleshoot process control, instrumentation, and control network issues in the field with a sense of urgency appropriate to a generating facility — fast diagnosis, clear communication, disciplined resolution.
Size, select, and specify replacement instrumentation including control valves, flow meters, pressure transmitters, and safety valves; manage procurement and installation through maintenance and operations.
Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks including Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, and OPC-UA; support field device integration and network reliability.
Support PLC programming modifications in Rockwell Studio 5000 using Fervo's standard code blocks; document all changes and manage through the MOC process.
Own and manage I&C scope within the site MOC program, ensuring all control system and instrumentation changes are properly evaluated, documented, and closed in accordance with OSHA PSM requirements.
Review and redline P&IDs for accuracy of instrumentation depiction; coordinate with the process engineering team on instrument datasheet development and updates.
Provide I&C technical input during equipment procurement, contractor scope reviews, and vendor deliverable reviews.
Identify, scope, and develop small capital I&C improvement projects from concept through commissioning and handover.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
5+ years of experience in I&C engineering at operating industrial, power generation, or oil and gas facilities — operational experience required; pure design or systems integration backgrounds without significant field exposure will not be considered.
Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and Rockwell Studio 5000; ability to read, troubleshoot, and modify existing PLC logic.
Demonstrated experience with Ignition SCADA, including HMI development, tag configuration, alarming, and historian integration.
Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols including Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, and OPC-UA.
Experience with field instrumentation — including calibration, loop checks, and sizing and selection of transmitters, control valves, and flow meters — is required.
Familiarity with PSM-covered facilities and practical knowledge of MOC programs, PHAs/HAZOPs, and PSSRs as they relate to I&C systems.
Experience developing and executing small capital projects, including scoping, cost estimation, and contractor management.
Strong technical writing and communication skills — able to produce clear engineering documents and communicate findings to operations, engineering, and leadership audiences.
High ownership mindset with the ability to manage multiple workstreams independently in a fast-moving, resource-constrained environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Safety & Culture Model and reinforce a safety-first culture across all I&C engineering and field activities.
Actively participate in safety observations, incident investigations, and corrective action tracking.
Champion proactive hazard identification in control system design and field work planning.