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Senior Controls EngineerMSHS • Fort Collins, CO, United States
Senior Controls Engineer

Senior Controls Engineer

MSHS • Fort Collins, CO, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Type : Full-time

Senior Controls Engineer (Level 4) (Steam Turbine / Power Generation Engines)

Location : Fort Collins, CO (Relocation Assistance Available)

Travel : Up to 25%

Compensation : $135,000 - $160,000+ base + Field Bonus + Performance Bonus

Work Type : Full-Time | On-Site

Design Control Systems That Power the World

Are you a systems thinker who thrives on designing, building, and optimizing complex control systems? Ready to take ownership of projects that impact critical operations across marine, power generation, and industrial automation?

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 .

What You’ll Do

  • 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

Required Skills & Experience

  • 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)
  • Desired Skills

    If you bring any of these, you’ll hit the ground running even faster :

  • 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
  • Why Join MSHS Pacific Power Group?

    We’re not just another engineering firm. We support vital systems that power hospitals, data centers, ships, and industrial operations around the globe. When you join us, you’ll :

  • Work on projects that matter-with real-world impact
  • Lead innovation in complex, high-value environments
  • Grow alongside a team that values precision, ownership, and expertise
  • Be supported with relocation assistance and top-tier benefits
  • Total Rewards

  • Base Pay : $135,000 - $160,000 (DOE)
  • Incentives : Field service bonus + Performance-based bonus
  • Insurance : Medical, dental, vision, life, short & long-term disability
  • Time Off : Generous PTO accrual + 10 paid holidays
  • Retirement : 401(k) with company match
  • Other Perks :
  • Tuition assistance

  • Maternity & paternity leave
  • Adoption aid
  • Critical illness, hospital indemnity & accident insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Equal Opportunity Employer

    MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

    Drug-Free Workplace

    MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws. We understand that marijuana laws vary by state, and our testing policies are designed to ensure compliance with both federal and state requirements where applicable.

    Salary Description

    $135,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

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