Senior Controls Engineer – Power & Energy Systems

Design, develop, test, and implement PLC and SCADA-based control solutions for complex industrial and power systems, including generation assets, distributed energy resources, and OEM integrations across platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Ignition, and AVEVA • Develop and configure HMI applications that provide intuitive, real-time monitoring and control across industrial and energy environments • Translate project requirements into scalable control system architectures while integrating field devices such as generators, switchgear, and energy storage systems using industrial communication protocols and enterprise platforms • Partner with clients, engineers, OEMs, and IT/OT teams to deliver fully integrated automation solutions that align with operational, safety, and performance requirements • Lead on-site commissioning and startup activities including FAT/SAT support, troubleshooting, system optimization, and operator training to ensure successful system performance in the field • Create and maintain detailed project documentation including control narratives, system descriptions, operator manuals, commissioning records, and change logs • Serve as a technical resource to clients and internal teams by solving complex problems, supporting system improvements, and ensuring reliable long-term operation of deployed systems • Stay current with advancements in industrial automation, cybersecurity for OT systems, and energy applications such as DERs, microgrids, and demand response participation • Contribute to internal standards, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement while adapting to evolving project and business needs

Experience in energy-intensive or continuous process industries such as ethanol, seed oil, pet food, food & beverage, or similar • Experience with distributed energy resources (DER), microgrids, energy storage systems, or hybrid generation • Familiarity with energy market participation (demand response, peak shaving, ancillary services, ISO/RTO operations) • Exposure to cloud platforms, IIoT systems, data analytics, or historian integration • Knowledge of OT cybersecurity frameworks and secure system architecture practices • Experience integrating OEM equipment into SCADA/PLC environments and unified control systems