Controls Engineer Specialist

Rolls-Royce plc; Mankato Township (MN); On-site; USD 114,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Paid Time Off

tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc is seeking a Controls Engineer Specialist to lead control system architecture and HMI development for MTU-based solutions. You will drive software development for sustainable power systems and coordinate with global engineering teams to ensure integration with switchgear and power distribution networks.

The role requires a strong background in electrical/electronics engineering, a willingness to travel, and the ability to lead cross-functional projects across international sites.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering required.
• Willingness to travel ~20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead architect for control system platforms and HMI touchscreen development.
• Technical lead for development of controller software for sustainable solutions.
• Interface MTU hardware with balance-of-plant systems globally.
• Develop customer applications with MTU control systems.
• Design controls for R&D programs and coordinate with global teams.
• Specify, design, validate, and maintain MTU control systems.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical abilities

Reading schematics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD LT

AutoCAD electrical

Programming (Programmable Logic Devices)

MS Office

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Controls Engineer Specialist

Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.

Position Summary

This position is a technical expert leading position in the researching, designing, and development of new products and interfacing the control systems related to systems operation. As well as being a lead for the development of software for sustainable solutions.

Key Accountabilities

• Be the lead architect for both control system platforms and HMI multi touchscreen development platform generator panel and SCADA cabinets.
• Be the technical lead for development of controller software development for sustainable solutions like Microgrids, Battery Containers and Fuel Cells.
• Manage the specification of interfaces between MTU hardware (ECU’s, control panels, PLC’s) and the balance of plant systems such as switchgear and power distribution systems on a global level.
• Develop special customer applications with MTU controls system.
• Design controls system for R&D programs.
• Interface electrical and mechanical applications and systems with the MTU controls system.
• Work directly with controls and governor manufacturers to improve functionality and mitigate issues.
• Specify, design, validate, and maintain MTU control systems.
• Hardware responsibilities: voltage regulators, control panels, engine ECUs, PLC’s, and other protective relays.
• Work within a global electrical engineering organization and co-ordinate with global team in respective projects.
• Assist all areas of company with controls related issues.
• Devise strategic plans for problem resolutions using facts and gathered data.
• Involve in development and validation of special customer projects and as required.

Basic Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering and 7 years of electrical/controls or electronics engineering experience; or 11 years of electrical/controls or electronics engineering experience.

Ability and willingness to travel for business trips (20%).

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent technical knowledge of control systems for gas and diesel fueled power generation systems for continuous, standby and mission critical applications including subsystems such as switchgear, transformer stations / substations, grid interconnections and controls for island and microgrid solutions.
• Excellent knowledge of power generation and distribution systems.
• Excellent analytical abilities and creative problem‑solving skills to quickly gather facts and draw conclusions when situations are extremely complex.
• Excellent ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, line diagrams, ladder diagrams, point to point diagrams and shop drawings.
• Excellent ability to work independently and effectively with others.
• Excellent organization, planning and follow‑up skills.
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.

Strong Computer Skills

• AutoCAD LT
• AutoCAD electrical
• Programming (Programmable Logic Devices)
• MS Office
• Bluebeam Revu

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. At Rolls‑Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

Job Details

Job Posting Date 30 Sept2026;00:09

Pay Range: Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.$114,400-$185,900-Annually

Location: Mankato,MN

Benefits

• base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.
• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• disability insurance
• life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• flexible spending account
• health savings account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• certain paid holidays
• paid parental and family care leave
• tuition reimbursement
• long‑term incentive plan

The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.

Company Overview

The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls‑Royce provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically‑advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. Rolls‑Royce pioneers cutting‑edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.