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Location: TX, US

Date: Aug 3, 2026

FuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through our proprietary fuel cell technology. Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power and water simultaneously.

The pay for this position ranges from $ 135000 - $ 160000.

We are seeking a StaffInstrumentation & Controls Engineer to join the multi-disciplinary engineering team responsible for designing and delivering fuel cell–based systems for power generation, carbon capture, hydrogen production, and energy storage applications.

This role isa staff-level,hands-ontechnical leadership positionwith a primary emphasis on instrumentation, valves, and field devices, balanced with strong responsibility for PLC and HMI software development.The position is expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy and technical judgment, supporting multiple projects across design, construction, testing, commissioning, and operational support while influencing standards, design quality, technical risk resolution, and cross-functional execution.

• Serve as the technical lead forthe selection, specification, and application of instrumentation, valves, and field devices, including transmitters, analyzers, control valves, actuators, and safety devices, ensuring reliable operation across process conditions,lifecycle requirements, safety expectations, and project constraints.
• Define, improve,and maintain control system architectures, including control narratives, I/O definitions, instrument integration,control philosophy, reusable standards,and alignment with PLC-based control platforms.
• Lead the design, development, review, and support ofPLC and HMI software, including Ladder Logic, Structured Text, function blocks, and operator interfaces, from initial design through commissioning, fleetsupport, and continuous improvement.
• Own or provide senior-level review ofinstrumentation and controls design documentation, including P&IDs, loop diagrams, instrument datasheets, logic diagrams, control philosophies,design standards,and test procedures.
• Lead orsupport system testing, I/O checkout, loop checks, commissioning,startup, and validationactivities,ensuring lessons learned are translated into improved designs, standards, andtroubleshootingpractices.
• Act as a senior technical interfacewith Electrical, Mechanical,Systems Engineering, Field Service, Operations, Procurement, and external suppliersto ensure cohesive system integration, drawing accuracy,constructability, and practical field execution.
• Provideadvancedtechnical leadership for field issue resolution and root cause analysis related to instrumentation, valves, and control systems across deployed assets, including prioritization of corrective actions and communication of technical risks to project and engineering leadership.
• Lead or significantly influencethe design and implementation of Safety Instrumented System (SIS) functions, including safety requirements specification (SRS) inputs, SIL verification support, cause-and-effect logic, instrumented shutdown/alarm design, and validation/testing to align with applicable functional safety standards.
• Lead or actively influencedesign reviews, HAZOPs, FMEAs,safety assessments,technical readiness reviews, and lessons-learned activities, while mentoring juniorandseniorengineers by sharing best practices in instrumentation and controls engineering.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum10years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering within industrial, power generation, process,energy systems, or other complex engineered systems environments.
• Demonstratedstaff-level experienceserving as an independent technical contributor or technical lead forinstrumentation and valve selection, specification,application, design review, and field issue resolution.
• Strong, hands-on experience with PLC and HMI programming for industrial control systems, including the ability to review, troubleshoot, standardize, and improve control logic across projects or deployed assets.

• Deepunderstanding of industrial instrumentation, control valves, actuators,safety devices,and associated installation,commissioning, lifecycle, and maintainabilitypractices.
• Advanced experiencewith PLC platforms, including hardware configuration, Ladder Logic, Structured Text,user-defined function blocks, reusable logic standards, troubleshooting, and design review.
• Experience developing,maintaining, reviewing, and improvingHuman Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for industrial or process-based control systems.
• Strong working knowledge of industrial communication networks and the ability to troubleshoot integration issues across instruments, controllers, HMIs, and related systems.
• Highly proficientin reading,developing, and reviewingP&IDs, PFDs, logic diagrams,control narratives, instrument datasheets,and instrument loop diagrams.
• Demonstrated experience leading or independentlysupporting field commissioning, startup,troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actionactivities.
• Familiarity with HAZOP, FMEA, DFSS,functional safety concepts,and electrochemical or process-based systems is preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability toclearly explain technical tradeoffs, risks, and recommendations tomulti-disciplinary teams, project stakeholders, suppliers, and engineering leadership.
• Ability to operate with substantial independence, make sound technical recommendations with incomplete information, and escalat project or safety risks appropriately.
• Self-motivatedtechnical leader andteam player with a positive, goal-focused approach to solving complex, time-sensitiveengineering problems.
• Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities,project demands, field conditions, and cross-functional technical needs.

Work in office, laboratory, fabrication, and field environments.

Periodic outdoor work in operating power plant environments during commissioning and troubleshooting activities.

Ability tolift upto 25lbsand use hand tools and test equipment.

Willingness and ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Travel up to 10%domesticorinternational.

Must have or be able to obtain a passport.

• Comply withthe EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements.
• Report tosupervisionconditions or practices that are either unsafe or that mayadverselyimpactthe environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.
• Attend scheduled EH&S training program.
• Actively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.
• Recommend improved EH&S practices.
• Mustmaintainregular and consistent attendance.

This Job Description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company’s discretion. Nothing in this position description changes or is intended to change the employment at-will relationship with the Company or the terms of any collective bargaining agreement. Employment at-will means that an employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice.

FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.

The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.

FuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please send an email with your resume to talentacquisition@fce.comor contact us by calling 860-496-2222. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

NOTE: This dedicated phone line and email address are designed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be acknowledged. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

No agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.