Senior Engineer – Controls Engineering

Power Innovation

Engineer Sr / Staff leading design, integration, and commissioning of control systems for energy projects. Collaborating with teams to deliver safe and efficient plant control solutions.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the design and integration of control systems, with a strong focus on compliance with safety and engineering standards. Proficient in troubleshooting and optimizing control systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.

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Controls Engineering ExperiencePLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA SystemsProfessional Engineer (P.E.) LicensePower System Controls and SEL ApplicationsIndustrial Networking and OT/IT Integration

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Hard Skills

Control System ProgrammingConfiguration and TroubleshootingCause-and-Effect MatricesNetwork ArchitecturesTechnical DirectionDesign ReviewsManagement of Change (MOC)Large Capital ProjectsEPC EnvironmentsFEED Support

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Allen-Bradley / FactoryTalkAVEVA (Wonderware)OPC UADNP3IEC 61850

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.E.) License

Industry Keywords

Power GenerationEnergyIndustrial FacilitiesControl NarrativesSystem Logic

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and integration of plant-wide control systems
Develop and review control narratives, system logic, cause-and-effect matrices, and network architectures
Provide technical direction to control system integrators, vendors, and OEM partners
Support FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and operations
Troubleshoot, test, and optimize control systems to improve reliability and performance
Lead design reviews, Management of Change (MOC), and system implementation activities
Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and engineering standards
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and operations teams to deliver integrated plant solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field
Engineer Sr: 8+ years of controls engineering experience in power generation, energy, or industrial facilities
Engineer Staff: 15+ years of progressive controls engineering experience leading complex projects
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (preferred)
Technical Experience with PLC, DCS, HMI, and SCADA systems
Control system programming, configuration, and troubleshooting
Allen-Bradley / FactoryTalk and AVEVA (Wonderware)
Power system controls and SEL applications
Industrial networking and OT/IT integration
OPC UA, DNP3, and IEC 61850 communications
Large capital projects and EPC environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
HSA and FSA options
Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Employee stock purchase plan
Domestic partner benefits
Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about