Senior Controls Engineer

Beusa Energy Group • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Controls Engineer develops and implements control systems for industrial applications, primarily power generation packages and supporting auxiliary systems. The role covers the lifecycle of electrical control systems, from conceptual design and preparation of supporting documentation—including electrical schematics, P&IDs, software code, and functional specifications—through commissioning and handover of operational systems. The position serves as an engineering liaison for new-build mobile power generation packages powered by gas turbines, reciprocating engines, and battery systems, and supervises Controls Engineers.

The role is based primarily indoors in an office. Work at a worksite may involve exposure to hazardous materials and operating conditions; company-mandated personal protective equipment and safety policies apply. The position requires in-person, predictable attendance in Channelview, Texas, daily overtime, and up to 25% travel. The stated regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; work hours may also include early mornings, late afternoons or evenings, and weekends depending on job demands.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must successfully pass applicable pre-employment screening, which may include background checks, drug screening, fit tests, and aptitude or competency assessments.
• Must attend work in person with predictable attendance in Channelview, Texas; daily overtime is required.
• Proficiency in spoken English.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; most employment is contingent on meeting company driving standards, including a three-year U.S. driving history and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
• 10–20 years of previous power generation experience.
• Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Specific knowledge of power generation packages, preferably specializing in controls, instrumentation, and/or electrical systems.
• Ability to read electrical and controls drawings.
• Ability to communicate technically with clients.
• Ability to work within a team to complete assigned tasks and to take instruction and interact positively with other employees.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of GE and other gas turbine-related mechanical systems.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of frequently walking, sitting, climbing, bending, reaching, and squatting or kneeling.
• Must wear company-mandated personal protective equipment and adhere to safety policies when working at a worksite.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized knowledge of gas turbine and reciprocating engine control systems, including Woodward, Allen-Bradley, or Siemens.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement controls and automated systems for industrial applications, including software and hardware, instrumentation, DC distribution, and low- and medium-voltage AC distribution.
• Act as the engineering liaison for new-build manufacturing of mobile power generation packages powered by gas turbines, reciprocating engines, and battery systems.
• Establish functional specifications for external vendors developing mobile power generation package software.
• Develop bills of materials for new mobile power generation package designs.
• Assist other departments with commissioning newly manufactured packages and verify that electrical and control systems operate according to functional specifications.
• Develop process specifications to standardize tasks and strengthen quality control practices.
• Create component specifications to support parts requisition for new-build manufacturing.
• Establish documentation outlining operational criteria for Factory Acceptance Testing.
• Review control system developments to ensure designs meet industry standards and legislation.
• Assist other departments with installation, commissioning, and maintenance of mobile power generation packages, battery storage packages, and their auxiliary systems.
• Review and mark up control drawings for the documentation control process and serve as the approval authority for final drawing release.
• Evaluate suppliers’ new product and service offerings to develop technical proposals.
• Manage development of electrical and control system operation and maintenance manuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful operations and business continuity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior