Senior Controls Engineer (Level 4) (Steam Turbine / Power Generation Engines)
Motor Services Hugo Stamp Inc•Fort Collins, CO
•$135,000 - $160,000•Onsite
About The Position
Join MSHS Pacific Power Group as a Principal Controls Engineer, where you’ll lead cutting-edge engineering efforts, solve complex challenges, and directly support mission-critical power systems—especially in steam turbine control environments. This role involves designing, building, and optimizing complex control systems for critical operations across marine, power generation, and industrial automation.
Requirements
- 10+ years of control systems engineering experience, with a heavy focus on steam turbine control systems OR 15+ years of hands-on experience in power generation, industrial automation, or related turbine systems
- Expertise in configuring, troubleshooting, and programming PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
- Deep understanding of steam turbine types (condensing, admission, single/double extraction)
- Proven experience analyzing and interpreting complex wiring diagrams and control schematics
- US Driver’s License and valid Passport (for domestic and international travel)
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering
- Prior experience working on marine vessels, powerplants, or energy sector projects
- Familiarity with multiple automation platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Woodward, etc.)
- Comfort leading multi-disciplinary teams and mentoring junior engineers
- Experience with cybersecurity protocols for industrial control systems
- Strong documentation skills and familiarity with project management software/tools
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, integration, and commissioning of advanced control systems for steam turbines, engines, generators, and switchgear
- Drive hands-on development and programming of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
- Troubleshoot and optimize existing systems across marine and land-based installations
- Own technical documentation including control narratives, test procedures, and wiring diagrams
- Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers and cross-functional teams
- Travel up to 25% for on-site support, commissioning, and client-facing work
Benefits
- Relocation assistance
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short & long-term disability insurance
- Generous PTO accrual
- 10 paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition assistance
- Maternity leave
- Paternity leave
- Adoption aid
- Critical illness insurance
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Accident insurance
- Employee assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
