Controls Engineer
Job Description
At TURBINE-X Energy Inc, you will join a team focused on modular power solutions and dependable energy systems. This onsite role in Willis, TX centers on Mark VIe based control systems for gas turbines and reciprocating engines, guiding design, commissioning, and lifecycle support while handling field and remote monitoring responsibilities. The environment prioritizes safety, reliability, and ongoing professional growth, with collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and service teams to meet client needs.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Where you will work
This position is based at the Willis, Texas headquarters and requires onsite presence. Expect a balanced work week with approximately 50% in a professional office environment and 50% on the shop floor, in test bays, manufacturing areas, and at customer project sites. Occasional travel to field locations is required.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, implementation, and lifecycle support for power generation control systems with a strong emphasis on the Mark VIe platform.
- Own end-to-end design, programming, and commissioning of PLC/HMI based control systems for gas turbine and reciprocating engine packages.
- Develop electrical architectures, logic diagrams, and functional descriptions from concept through testing.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics (AutoCAD Electrical), P&IDs, and instrument loop diagrams; serve as the final approval authority for drawing releases.
- Collaborate across functions as the engineering liaison for manufacturing, defining component specifications and supporting procurement to ensure high-quality production.
- Ensure designs comply with NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72, ISA, and applicable US/Canadian standards.
- Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new and retrofitted products.
- Oversee onsite installation, startup, and troubleshooting, both remotely and locally.
- Support the field service department and LTSA programs with recommended spares, tooling, and technical manuals.
- Evaluate existing systems for modernization opportunities to improve reliability, safety, and performance.
- Identify opportunities to reduce engineering cycle times and costs through standardization.
- Support AI-powered remote monitoring and data acquisition using Modbus, Profibus, EtherNet/IP, and OPC-UA.
- Partner with the technology team to integrate vibration monitoring, CEMS, and machine learning-based anomaly detection.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Controls, or related engineering field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
- 6+ years of experience in power generation, specializing in Mark VI and Mark VIe control systems.
- Proficiency in Cimplicity SCADA, Mark VIe Virtual Controller, and Unity/Easy 5 modeling.
- Advanced programming experience in Allen Bradley Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal, and FactoryTalk View/Ignition.
- Experience with Software Acceptance Testing (SWAT), screen configuration, and functional safety (SIL/SIS/ESD).
- Familiarity with NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72, ISA S84, CSA, and applicable international standards.
- Functional safety experience including SIL requirements, SIS, and ESD design across disciplines.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% (Required).
- Willis, TX 77318 (Required) – ability to commute.
Technologies
- Mark VIe
- Mark VIe Virtual Controller
- Mark VI
- Unity/Easy 5 modeling
- Cimplicity SCADA
- AutoCAD Electrical
- P&IDs
- Allen Bradley Studio 5000
- Siemens TIA Portal
- FactoryTalk View
- Ignition
- Modbus
- Profibus
- EtherNet/IP
- OPC-UA
- SWAT
About TURBINE-X & THE X-GROUP
Modular power to give back with endless energy. The X-Group is a leading, vendor-neutral provider of cross-platform solutions for evolving power systems, solving for clients' needs, budgets, and ESG goals from concept through completion for rotating equipment.
How to apply
Submit your resume through Indeed. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application question
- Which one of the 5 TURBINE-X Energy, Inc. Core Values resonates with you and why?