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Principal Controls Engineer

Bloom Energy
San Jose, California
Full Time
Posted July 28, 2026
$176k - $254k
Energy Management
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Job Description

$176,300.00 - $253,700.00

Key Responsibilities

  • Own controls architecture and technical direction for major product programs.
  • Develop control algorithms, sequencing logic, diagnostics, and fault-handling strategies.
  • Define system requirements and interfaces across software, electrical, mechanical, and systems teams.
  • Lead integration, commissioning, and product validation activities.
  • Drive root-cause analysis and resolution of complex field and product issues.
  • Analyze operational data to improve performance, reliability, and maintainability.
  • Identify technical risks and develop mitigation plans.
  • Mentor engineers and establish controls engineering best practices.
  • Support product roadmap planning and key technical decisions.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, service, and program management teams throughout the product lifecycle.

Requirements

  • BS/MS/PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 8+ years of controls engineering experience in complex industrial, power, automotive, aerospace, or automation systems.
  • Strong understanding of control theory, system dynamics, and embedded control systems.
  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development.
  • Experience with real-time software, system integration, and validation.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership on large, cross-functional programs.
  • Experience with distributed energy, power generation, microgrids, or industrial automation.
  • Knowledge of diagnostics, condition monitoring, and data-driven control strategies.
  • Experience supporting products from concept through field deployment.
  • Familiarity with AI/ML-enabled diagnostics and advanced automation technologies.
  • Strong systems thinker with excellent technical judgment.
  • Ability to influence without direct authority.
  • Comfortable leading through ambiguity and complex technical challenges.
  • Passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent.

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