Senior Controls Engineer - Genset

INNIO•Houston, TX

45d•$123,129 - $184,680

About The Position

The Senior Controls Engineer specializes in large engine controls development and leads product development and validation activities for controls hardware and software. The role works closely with customers, engineering teams, the Service organization, and development teams in the USA and Europe to resolve technical challenges, maintain alignment across functions and sites, and advance controls technology and innovation. The position involves customer-site work, including approximately 60% travel to customer and project locations. Sites may be rural or remote, and occasional international travel may be required. The role combines office and outdoor work and requires safe navigation of large sites, use of required personal protective equipment, and compliance with site safety requirements. The annual compensation range is $123,129–$184,680, varying according to experience relevance, technical certifications, and other job-related criteria. INNIO offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; life insurance and long-term disability coverage; Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts; paid time off and 14 paid holidays; a 401(k) retirement savings program; professional development; challenging careers; and a collaborative work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or a related field.
Proven experience developing and validating control systems for internal combustion engines, heavy machinery, or applications within the energy, oil and gas, or process industries.
Proficiency with controls development tools and methodologies such as MATLAB, Simulink, GitHub, or Azure DevOps, supported by strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated project management capability, including managing complex performance validation activities and technically guiding cross-functional project teams.
Ability to travel approximately 60% to customer and project sites, including rural or remote locations that may require independent transportation arrangements; occasional international travel may be required.
Physical ability to safely navigate large project and customer sites, including walking and standing for extended periods, climbing ladders, accessing equipment, and occasionally bending, kneeling, crouching, or stooping to inspect or access equipment.
Ability to work in office and outdoor environments, including varying weather conditions, and wear required PPE and comply with applicable site safety requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in power generation, energy, oil and gas, industrial equipment, or other related heavy industrial industries.
Experience with reciprocating engines or comparable heavy industrial and energy-related equipment.
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and coordinate engineers, technical experts, and external suppliers; influence others; navigate conflict; set expectations; and align globally diverse teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical information and collaborate with customers, senior management, and global cross-functional teams.
Hands-on approach and willingness and ability to work directly with engines and support activities at customer sites.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to evaluate complex technical challenges and develop practical solutions.
Self-driven, results-oriented approach with a high degree of technical ownership and a strong say/do mentality.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach to managing large, integrated programs and teams.

Responsibilities

Plan, lead, and execute engine controls development, validation, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities at customer sites, covering controls hardware and software.
Analyze and resolve technical challenges at customer locations and translate technical data into clear, actionable recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.
Define, execute, and monitor project work packages and validation activities to meet business and customer needs, including managing timelines and coordinating involved parties.
Lead product and technology improvement activities, contribute innovative ideas, and support the creation of intellectual property.
Provide technical expertise and training to the Service organization and collaborate with internal engineering teams and external partners.
Serve as a technical point of contact and facilitator between development teams in the USA and Europe, promoting effective communication, alignment, and task ownership.
Improve project efficiency through engineering methods and processes that reduce duplication, minimize handoffs, and incorporate critical-to-quality considerations.
Perform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.