Senior Plant Controls Architect for Power Generation

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in New York, NY seeks a Lead Controls Engineer to own plant controls solution architecture and ensure alignment with project scope and execution plans.

You will drive standardization, manage risks, and provide technical leadership across ST, HRSG, Generator, Electrical, Plant BOP, ITO, and Operations. A strong background in combined cycle projects and governance is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university
• 10+ years of experience in controls engineering, system engineering, application engineering, plant integration, or related technical roles
• Experience with power generation systems such as Steam Turbine, HRSG, Generator, Electrical systems, or Plant BOP
• Experience working in cross-functional engineering environments with multiple technical interfaces
• Ability to develop and align technical solutions across functions and disciplines
• Strong understanding of controls architecture, system integration, and plant-level engineering interfaces
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in combined cycle power plant projects
• Experience supporting both ITO and OTR/project execution phases
• Strong understanding of standard product application, reusable controls libraries, and modular solution design
• Familiarity with GE Vernova tools, processes, product structures, and engineering governance
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Responsibilities

• Lead definition of Plant controls solution architecture for assigned projects
• Align controls solutions with project scope, customer requirements, schedule, budget, and execution strategy
• Drive use of standard marketing features, standard controls libraries, and approved design practices
• Identify and resolve technical gaps, risks, and non-standard requirements
• Support controls scope definition, OTR cost projection, and execution readiness
• Provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams including ST, HRSG, Generator, Electrical, Plant BOP, ITO, and Operations
• Partner with internal Controls stakeholders including the Global Design Leader, System Architect, and Execution Controls Lead
• Promote standardization, simplification, and reuse across projects
• Support smooth transition from front-end solution definition into execution
• Mentor team members and contribute to continuous improvement

Skills

Cross-Functional Leadership

Technical Solution Development

Controls Architecture

System Integration

Project Execution

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Strong Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

GE Vernova Tools

Standard Controls Libraries

Approved Design Practices

Plant Integration Tools

Job description

Jobtailor in New York, NY seeks a Lead Controls Engineer to own plant controls solution architecture and ensure alignment with project scope and execution plans.

You will drive standardization, manage risks, and provide technical leadership across ST, HRSG, Generator, Electrical, Plant BOP, ITO, and Operations. A strong background in combined cycle projects and governance is essential.