Sr. Controls Engineer
Job Description
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:
• Bachelor’s 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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Meet The Recruiter
Allison Bradley
IT/Engineering Direct-Hire Recruiter
As a recruiter, I focus on sourcing talented individuals for a wide range of positions, from entry-level graduates to executives, emphasizing IT and engineering roles.
I have a particular passion for recruiting across all industries and am always eager to connect with individuals or companies who require hiring support or possess relevant skills in these fields. If this sounds like you, I would be thrilled to hear from you and discuss how we can work together.
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