Controls Engineer

Elsdon Group; Kent (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in power generation seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to lead the design and integration of high-performance control systems. This full-time hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity to mentor junior engineers and manage projects from concept to commissioning, ensuring seamless operations in demanding environments. With competitive pay and a range of benefits, including PTO and tuition assistance, this position is ideal for someone passionate about engineering and innovation. Join a team dedicated to providing mission-critical solutions that keep industries running smoothly.

Benefits

Highly Competitive PTO Accrual

10 Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

401K with Company Match

Tuition Assistance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Adoption Aid

Referral Bonuses

Pet Insurance

Legal Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on controls engineering experience in Power Generation.
• Experience with retrofits of Steam, Gas and Diesel turbines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and integration of engine and turbine control systems.
• Manage projects from concept to commissioning.

Skills

Controls Engineering

Project Management

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

WOODWARD Controls

Job description

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

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Controls Engineering Recruitment Consultant @ Elsdon Group

Senior Controls Engineer | Full time | Hybrid

About the Company

Global leader in power generation, marine propulsion, and automation systems, providing mission-critical solutions that keep industries running. Their engineers design, develop, and integrate high-performance control systems, ensuring seamless operation in demanding environments.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design, testing, and integration of engine and turbine control systems.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, mentoring junior engineers and supporting field service teams.
• Manage projects from concept to commissioning, ensuring accuracy and efficiency at every stage.
• Troubleshoot and optimize engine, generator, vessel, and switchgear control systems.
• Develop detailed work scopes and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.
• Travel up to 30% for onsite commissioning, troubleshooting, and client support.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 5+ years of hands-on controls engineering experience in Power Generation
• Experienced in retrofits of old Steam, Gas and Diesel turbines
• Experience with WOODWARD Controls (Ideally GAP)
• Highly Competitive PTO Accrual & 10 Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short/Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Tuition Assistance, Maternity & Paternity Leave, Adoption Aid
• Referral Bonuses, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Assistance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Electric Power Generation

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Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

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