Controls/Systems Engineer

Bechtel Global Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to lead engineering, coordination, and oversight of instrumentation and controls for a large hydropower facility. You will support EPC execution through design development, interface management, constructability, and commissioning while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires deep experience in control systems for hydropower and a proven track record in BOP systems, with readiness for travel and on-site project

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical/Control Systems Engineering from a recognized institute.
• 15 years overall experience in engineering; 5+ years in control systems for hydropower or pumped storage.
• Experience on large power/infrastructure projects and powerhouse/BOP systems.

Responsibilities

• Review control system design for BOP and related scopes.
• Coordinate with design consultants and external stakeholders.
• Develop criteria, instrument lists, DCS design, data sheets, and room layouts.
• Interface with OEMs for control system integration into powerhouse systems.
• Provide construction and commissioning support during execution.
• Review deliverables for compliance with ISA, IEEE, and ASME standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-driven

Team collaboration

Travel/remote adaptable

EPC knowledge

Engineering standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical or Control Systems Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Word

Excel

Visio

Job description

Relocation and Work Details

Requisition ID: 296928

• Relocation Authorized: None
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Phoenix, AZ, Various Work Locations USA

Project Overview

We are building high performing teams to deliver complex EPC heavy civil project and looking for motivated, hands‑on, collaborative innovators, doers, and problem solvers. The projects are hydro power generation with scopes including roadway development, significant structures including dams, spillways, tunnel waterways, inlet/outlet structures, hydromechanical equipment, mechanical and electrical systems, and site facilities and buildings. This is your opportunity to be part of history making projects.

Job Summary

The Control Systems Senior Engineer is responsible for the engineering, coordination, and technical oversight of instrumentation and controls for the powerhouse and balance of plant systems. The role supports EPC execution through design development, interface management, constructability, and construction/commissioning support for a large hydropower facility comprising underground powerhouse, shafts, tunnels, intake/outlet works, and surface facilities, in accordance with customer requirements, applicable codes, and the project's engineering procedures.

A key part of this role is collaboration with multiple stakeholders. The Control Systems Senior Engineer shall work with the team to establish regular meetings with design consultant and other external stakeholders as required and reporting cycles for managing, coordinating, and assuring the design.

Major Responsibilities

• Review conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design for BOP systems
• This role will include working with the Design Subcontractor and discharging responsibilities as set out in the Management of Third-Party Engineering procedures.
• Develop and check control systems design criteria, instrument lists, DCS design, logic diagrams, control room layouts, specifications, data sheets, and material requisitions consistent with operational, reliability, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate control system designs with Civil / Geotechnical, Mechanical, Electrical, Plant Design and Constructability teams.
• Interface with OEMs (turbine generator supplier, auxiliary equipment vendors) for control system integration into powerhouse systems.
• Provide Construction & Commissioning Support during execution including response to RFIs, Field change evaluations etc.
• Support construction sequencing, installation constraints, and temporary power planning for underground works.
• Participate in testing, energization, and commissioning support, including review of test procedures, energization and turnover sequencing.
• Support operations readiness and commissioning teams.
• Review and approve control system deliverables to ensure compliance with technical requirements, project specifications and design criteria, applicable ISA codes, IEEE and ASME standards.
• Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, safety in design workshops, and HAZID/HAZOP reviews, with focus on underground powerhouse risks.

• Coordinate and manage the review of Control System deliverables produced by design consultant, including schedules, reports, critical issues, risks and providing feedback to Engineering Manager.
• Chair discipline specific meetings, recording actions.
• Represent the client in technical meetings and Value Engineering analysis.

• Provide guidance and ensure quality of design by independent engineering firms carrying out detailed design, including compliance with customer requirements, local design guidelines and codes, international codes and standards.
• Actively support constructability and execution in underground environments, and contribute directly to safe, reliable commissioning and turnover of the project.
• Apply safety in design principles appropriate for underground pumped storage facilities (fire, egress, electrical separation).

Education and Experience Requirements

• University/College graduate with BS (or Master's degree) in Electrical or Control Systems Engineering or equivalent from a recognized Institute with an overall experience of 15 years.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in control systems engineering for hydropower, pumped storage, or large power/infrastructure projects and demonstrated experience supporting powerhouse or BOP systems on at least one medium to large scale hydropower / pumped storage project.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Professional/Chartered Engineer preferred.
• Knowledge of current computer applications for control systems engineering and design including appropriate knowledge of CAD e.g., AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel, & Visio for managing design reviews.
• Broad knowledge of US government compliance standards.
• Strong knowledge of controls and instrumentation for pumped storage / hydropower auxiliary and BOP systems.
• Able to communicate technical information in writing and orally; to interrelate effectively with individuals and teams and have presentation skills.
• Able to work within a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team and manage challenging multi-cultural relationships across a range of entities.
• Self-driven and able to plan and execute work without direct supervision from senior management and/or peers.
• Flexible and able to adapt to working in a demanding environment, including traveling and working remotely if / when required.
• Familiarity with EPC execution, engineering workflows, and document control systems.
• Experience supporting commissioning and handover to Owner operations.

Total Rewards/Benefits

Bechtel offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well‑being and career growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to [e-mail].