Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Quanta Power Solutions; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer III to design, implement, and optimize control systems for power generation projects.

Based in our Birmingham hub, this role will focus on simple cycle and combined cycle generation, as well as emerging battery energy storage systems, supporting critical infrastructure that meets growing energy demand driven by data centers and industrial load growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of instrumentation and controls experience.
• Hands-on with PLC/DCS systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Emerson, Honeywell).
• Knowledge of ISA/IEC standards.
• Strong communication and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design instrumentation and control systems for power generation facilities.
• Create P&IDs, control narratives, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams.
• Specify instrumentation and PLC/DCS hardware.
• Develop control strategies for turbines and BOP.
• Support procurement with technical specs and vendor evals.
• Participate in HAZOPs, SIL assessments, safety reviews.
• Provide commissioning support and start-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with codes and client specs.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

PLC/SCADA

DCS systems

Instrumentation

Electrical design

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Emerson

Honeywell

Job description

About Us

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.

About Us

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on. At Quanta Power Solutions, we are driven by a culture of safety, integrity, and disciplined execution — and we're building a team that shares that commitment.

About This Role

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer III to support the design, implementation, and optimization of control systems for power generation projects. Based in our Birmingham hub, this role will focus on simple cycle and combined cycle generation, as well as emerging battery energy storage systems, supporting critical infrastructure that meets growing energy demand driven by data centers and industrial load growth.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop instrumentation and control systems for power generation facilities, including simple and combined cycle plants
• Create and review engineering deliverables such as P&IDs, control narratives, loop diagrams, and wiring diagrams
• Specify and select instrumentation, control valves, PLC/DCS systems, and associated hardware
• Develop and implement control strategies for turbines, balance of plant (BOP) systems, and auxiliary equipment
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, process, and project engineering) to ensure integrated system design
• Support procurement by preparing technical specifications and evaluating vendor proposals 
• Participate in HAZOPs, SIL assessments, and other safety and risk reviews
• Provide construction and commissioning support, including system checkout, troubleshooting, and startup activities
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes, standards, and client specifications
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices
• Employee may be required to visit job sites, field offices, and customer locations

Required Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering
• Hands-on experience with PLC and/or DCS systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Emerson, Honeywell)
• Strong understanding of industrial control systems, process instrumentation, and automation in power generation environments
• Experience developing control narratives, logic diagrams, and system architectures
• Familiarity with industry standards (ISA, IEC, NFPA, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting simple cycle and combined cycle power generation projects
• Background in EPC or design-build project environments
• Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) integration
• Functional safety experience (SIL, SIS design)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure
• Experience supporting commissioning and startup of large-scale power generation facilities

What You'll Get

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.