Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Quanta Power Solutions, LLC•Birmingham, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer III to support the design, implementation, and optimization of control systems for power generation projects. Based in our Birmingham hub, this role will focus on simple cycle and combined cycle generation, as well as emerging battery energy storage systems, supporting critical infrastructure that meets growing energy demand driven by data centers and industrial load growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
7+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering
Hands-on experience with PLC and/or DCS systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Emerson, Honeywell)
Strong understanding of industrial control systems, process instrumentation, and automation in power generation environments
Experience developing control narratives, logic diagrams, and system architectures
Familiarity with industry standards (ISA, IEC, NFPA, etc.)
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting simple cycle and combined cycle power generation projects
Background in EPC or design-build project environments
Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) integration
Functional safety experience (SIL, SIS design)
Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure
Experience supporting commissioning and startup of large-scale power generation facilities

Responsibilities

Design and develop instrumentation and control systems for power generation facilities, including simple and combined cycle plants
Create and review engineering deliverables such as P&IDs, control narratives, loop diagrams, and wiring diagrams
Specify and select instrumentation, control valves, PLC/DCS systems, and associated hardware
Develop and implement control strategies for turbines, balance of plant (BOP) systems, and auxiliary equipment
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, process, and project engineering) to ensure integrated system design
Support procurement by preparing technical specifications and evaluating vendor proposals
Participate in HAZOPs, SIL assessments, and other safety and risk reviews
Provide construction and commissioning support, including system checkout, troubleshooting, and startup activities
Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes, standards, and client specifications
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices