Senior Controls Engineer - Thermo Power

Saigepartners; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Retirement savings plans

Educational assistance

Flexible time-off policies

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in San Jose, California, is seeking an experienced engineering professional to join their Thermal Power Engineering team. This role involves leading application design and engineering execution for complex control systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least five years of relevant experience in the power generation industry, including hands-on control systems design. This position offers opportunities for growth and a commitment to employee wellbeing with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience designing control systems.
• Background in the power generation industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead application design and engineering execution for control system projects.
• Manage technical delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership.

Skills

Customer-focused mindset

Strong communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent

Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

PLC

DCS platforms

Job description

Job Description

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Job Overview

An opportunity is available for an experienced engineering professional who is eager to grow while contributing to the development of high‑performing control systems software and automation solutions. This role supports complex control system implementations for thermal power facilities and offers the chance to work on technically challenging, large‑scale projects.

You will join a Thermal Power Engineering team responsible for delivering fully integrated control system solutions for power generation facilities across North America. The team specializes in modernizing existing plants through advanced distributed control systems and provides end‑to‑end support, including engineering design, project coordination, system testing, and on‑site commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead application design and engineering execution for thermal power control system projects
• Manage technical delivery throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring quality outcomes and client satisfaction
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges
• Contribute as a subject matter expert within specialized technical groups
• Create, maintain, and monitor engineering execution plans, including monthly project reporting
• Identify opportunities to enhance products, tools, and engineering processes
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to architectural/engineering partners and customers to address system requirements and challenges

What You Bring

• A proactive, customer‑focused mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and exceed expectations
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline
• Minimum of five years of relevant engineering experience
• Hands‑on experience designing control systems using PLC and/or DCS platforms
• Background in the power generation industry
• Willingness to travel up to 25% within North America
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering

Work Environment & Benefits

• This organization is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate, and grow professionally. Continuous learning, mentorship, and career development opportunities are central to the culture, empowering employees to make meaningful contributions.
• Employee wellbeing is a priority, supported through comprehensive benefits designed to address physical, mental, financial, and social needs. Offerings include health and wellness programs, retirement savings plans, educational assistance, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and flexible time‑off policies, including parental leave and holidays.
• Saige Partners, one of the fastest growing technology and talent companies in the Midwest, believes in people with a passion to help them succeed. We are in the business of helping professionals Build Careers, Not Jobs. Saige Partners believes employees are the most valuable asset to building a thriving and successful company culture, which is why we offer a benefit package and convenient weekly payment solutions that help our employees stay healthy and maintain a positive work/life balance. Contact us to learn more about the opportunity below or check out other opportunities at https://careers.saigepartners.com/.

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