Senior Automation & Controls Engineer - Power & Microgrid

Enchanted Rock, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company in Houston, TX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer to design and support electrical systems for power generation. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of experience in automation and controls engineering. Key responsibilities include developing control system designs, managing project execution, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The work environment values safety and promotes diverse perspectives, offering a collaborative workspace to tackle complex engineering challenges.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical, automation, controls, or instrumentation engineering.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and HMI systems is essential.
• Strong knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review electrical and control system designs.
• Support full project lifecycle execution from design to commissioning.
• Program and configure PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and HMI systems.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Control systems understanding

Troubleshooting skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or Computer Science

Tools

AutoCAD

PLCs

SCADA

DCS

HMI systems

Job description

A leading energy solutions company in Houston, TX is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer to design and support electrical systems for power generation. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of experience in automation and controls engineering. Key responsibilities include developing control system designs, managing project execution, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The work environment values safety and promotes diverse perspectives, offering a collaborative workspace to tackle complex engineering challenges.