Engineer I, Control Systems

MHI RJ Aviation Group; Florida; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. is seeking a Controls Systems Engineer I in Lake Mary, FL. The role develops and tests control systems for large frame gas turbines, providing on-site and remote support, training, and technical documentation.

You will work with DCS/PLC/SCADA platforms, HMI design, and control software, collaborating with engineering, procurement, and customers to meet schedule and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or 5+ years in controls.
• Experience with DCS/PLC/SCADA and related protocols.
• Familiar with UL 508A, NFPA 70/79, CSA C22.1, IEC 60204-1, NEMA.
• Programming/automation with C# and/or Visual Basic .NET preferred.
• Experience with control panel design, I/O, and retrofits.

Responsibilities

• Design, review, and enhance control systems and HMIs.
• Configure control systems and databases, including HMI screens.
• Collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Sales, and Projects.
• Develop RFQs and technical requirements for equipment procurement.
• Support FAT inspections and field installations.
• Troubleshoot control systems and perform root-cause analysis.
• Ensure health, safety, and quality requirements are met.
• Prepare technical reports on system conditions and actions.
• Deliver training for Mitsubishi control systems.

Skills

DCS/PLC/SCADA

C# / VB.NET programming

Control systems design

Electrical engineering concepts

Networking fundamentals

Education

B.S. in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DIASYS Netmation

EPLAN Electric P8

Pro Panel

Job description

Company Name: Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc.

Location: Lake Mary, FL, US, 32746

Controls Systems Engineer I

Company Overview

At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation to accelerate the world's energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. We value problem solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture built on accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our values: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we’re building the future we all aspire to - making net zero a reality.

Role Overview

The Control System Engineer is responsible for developing engineering designs, performing engineering reviews, configuration and testing Control Systems that meet code, contract and schedule requirements for Mitsubishi Power projects in the Americas. Additional responsibilities include customer training and both remote and on-site support. The role primarily focuses on Control Systems related to large frame industrial gas turbines in simple cycle and/or combined cycle operation with Steam Turbines. Scope may expand to other control systems within the plant at some future point.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates our core competencies: Action oriented, change champion, customer-focused, developing self & others, and ownership
• Design, review, and enhance control systems, including development of new concepts and modification of existing systems.
• Configure Mitsubishi control systems, including HMI displays, databases, and associated control system components.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Sales, Project Management, customers, suppliers, and contractors to meet technical, cost, and schedule requirements.
• Develop RFQs and technical requirements to support equipment procurement and vendor coordination.
• Support control system manufacturing and quality activities, including inspections and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Support field installation, startup, and commissioning of Mitsubishi control systems at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot equipment and control system issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, and quality requirements throughout engineering and field activities.
• Prepare accurate technical reports documenting system conditions, actions taken, troubleshooting results, and recommendations.
• Deliver classroom and on-the-job training for Mitsubishi control systems and provide additional technical support as required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or 5+ years of relevant controls experience/training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with industrial control systems used in power generation, including DCS, PLC, SCADA, APC, OPC/Modbus, and related communication protocols.
• Basic knowledge of networking concepts; experience with DIASYS Netmation or other DCS/PLC platforms is highly preferred.
• Experience with control system and panel design preferred, including equipment selection/layout, I/O module selection and assignment, and control system retrofits.
• Familiarity with applicable U.S. and international codes and standards, including UL 508A, NFPA 70/79, CSA C22.1, IEC 60204-1, and NEMA standards, preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial control system cybersecurity requirements, including NERC CIP and IEC 62443, preferred.
• Programming and automation knowledge using C# and/or Visual Basic .NET preferred.
• Experience with electrical design tools, including EPLAN Electric P8 and Pro Panel, preferred.
• Knowledge of power plant processes, operations, and control system design, including HMI graphics and high-performance graphics, is a plus.
• Experience with control logic development, including Function Block Diagrams and control narrative preparation, is a plus.

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture.
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Event.

Mitsubishi Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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