Senior Controls Engineer
Houston, TX | Relocation Available
We are seeking a Senior CM&U Controls Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of control system solutions for gas turbine conversion, modification, and upgrade projects. This is a highly visible role supporting turbine modernization initiatives, controls upgrades, and customer-driven enhancement projects within the power generation industry.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead controls engineering projects from proposal through commissioning
Design and develop PLC and HMI solutions using Allen Bradley platforms
Create and modify P&IDs, control narratives, network architecture diagrams, and Bills of Material
Develop and troubleshoot control system software and hardware
Support customer design reviews, FAT testing, startup, and commissioning activities
Collaborate with commercial, procurement, software, and field service teams
Provide technical leadership on turbine controls modernization and upgrade projects
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Engineering
10+ years of gas turbine controls experience or 15+ years of industrial controls experience
Strong Allen Bradley PLC programming experience
Experience with Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View
Background in industrial automation, controls architecture, and HMI development
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
U.S. work authorization required
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with LM2500 and/or LM6000 gas turbines
Experience with gas turbine upgrades, retrofits, and modernization projects
Familiarity with Woodward, Siemens, GE, or Ovation control systems
Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols
Field service and commissioning experience
What We're Looking For:
This role is ideal for a senior-level controls engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, leading projects, and working directly with customers, vendors, and cross-functional engineering teams. The ideal candidate will bring deep controls expertise along with hands-on experience supporting gas turbine systems and modernization programs.
Additional Information:
Houston, TX (Relocation Available)
Preference for onsite candidates; remote flexibility may be considered for exceptional candidates
Overtime eligible
Strong project pipeline and long-term growth opportunities
If you have a background in Allen Bradley controls and gas turbine systems, we'd love to connect.
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