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Full Time Protection & Controls Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

Wood PLC

Subsea Controls Lead Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$79K - $103K/yr

Wood is currently searching for a Subsea Controls Engineer with 10-20+ years experience in subsea ... identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant ...

Hatch

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Consulting; Engineering; Instrumentation & Controls; Project Engineering; Project Management ... other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do ...

Hatch

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Consulting; Engineering; Instrumentation & Controls; Project Engineering; Project Management ... other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do ...

Hatch

Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Consulting; Engineering; Instrumentation & Controls; Project Engineering; Project Management ... other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do ...

VoltaGrid

Senior Controls Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$80K - $106K/yr

Design, develop, and maintain automation systems and controls for power generation and gas ... Experience with Electrical Protection Relays * Experience with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories ...

VoltaGrid

Senior Controls Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$80K - $106K/yr

Design, develop, and maintain automation systems and controls for power generation and gas ... Experience with Electrical Protection Relays * Experience with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories ...

Hikinex

Controls Engineer - Power Generation

Houston, TX · On-site

$79K - $103K/yr

Position Overview We are seeking a Controls Engineer with experience in power generation and ... Familiarity with protective relays, synchronization systems, and generator automation platforms.

Wood PLC

Subsea Controls Lead Engineer

Houston, TX

$79K - $103K/yr

... identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant ... subsea controls engineer * Willingness to travel to Operator or Supplier site and offshore

Advastar, Inc

Programmer Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

#jobalert | DIRECT HIRE | CONTROLS ENGINEER | MANUFACTURING | Greater Houston area An established ... Perform electrical calculations including load, protection, and short-circuit ratings * Select ...

Advastar, Inc

Programmer Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

#jobalert | DIRECT HIRE | CONTROLS ENGINEER | MANUFACTURING | Greater Houston area An established ... Perform electrical calculations including load, protection, and short-circuit ratings * Select ...

Advastar, Inc

Programmer Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

#jobalert | DIRECT HIRE | CONTROLS ENGINEER | MANUFACTURING | Greater Houston area An established ... Perform electrical calculations including load, protection, and short-circuit ratings * Select ...

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How much do full time protection & controls engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time protection & controls engineer in Houston, TX is $92,225.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,700.00 and $103,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Protection & Controls Engineer vs Protection & Controls Technician?

AspectFull Time Protection & Controls EngineerProtection & Controls Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field; certifications like PE or ISA are commonTechnical diploma or associate degree; relevant certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentDesign, engineering, and troubleshooting in industrial or power plant settingsInstallation, maintenance, and testing in field or plant environments
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, power generation, industrial plantsUtilities, power plants, industrial facilities

The Full Time Protection & Controls Engineer focuses on designing, analyzing, and improving protection systems, requiring higher-level engineering skills. In contrast, the Protection & Controls Technician handles installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of protection devices. Both roles are essential in power and industrial sectors but differ in responsibilities, credentials, and work scope.

What are the most commonly searched types of Protection & Controls Engineer jobs in Houston, TX?

The most popular types of Protection & Controls Engineer jobs in Houston, TX are:

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Senior Controls Engineer

Houston, TX • On-site

Trendsetter Engineering, Inc
Oil and Gas Extraction • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Trendsetter Engineering, Incexternal

$81K - $107K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description


Summary:
Senior Controls Engineer provides Multiplexed Electro-Hydraulic (MUX) Control Systems for use in the subsea industry. The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing and developing electronics for use in a harsh topsides and subsea environment. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to manage designs from conception, through end of life incorporating feedback from stakeholders and customers continuously. The position requires cross-functional collaboration to interface and integrate the controls equipment to mechanical designs and equipment. The candidate must demonstrate excellent process and project management skills to function effectively with peers and cross-functional teams. This position will be based on the Trendsetter office located in Houston, TX, but requires occasional travel in support of field operations. The position offers bonuses and a competitive salary based on the applicant's experience.
POSITION DUTIES:
  • Perform troubleshooting and circuit analysis of digital, analog and power circuits.
  • Develop specifications and test requirements that drive product design.
  • Provide guidance for designers, and other engineers, on design tasks as needed on tasks of moderate complexity.
  • Collaborate with product group mechanical and electrical engineers on detailed design work, and work with project and business development groups on product research, definition, and development.
  • Drive continuous improvement and best practices by evaluating industry tools and techniques, then collaborating with the team to discuss implementation.
  • Ensure the controls systems designs are compliant with stakeholder expectations and defining industry standards.
  • Identify and incorporate job specific client requirements into new and existing controls systems.
  • Manage asset documentation and assigned Master Document Registers.
  • Create, review, and approve schematics/drawings, procedures, and specifications.
  • Act as lead engineer for controls systems integration onto job specific client vessels.
  • Support verification and validation programs for controls related equipment.
  • Analyze new and existing designs for reliability, serviceability, maintenance, and handling.
  • Communicate product and process improvements to production engineering on equipment design, test procedures, and documentation requirements.
  • Oversee the mobilization and demobilization of controls system assets.
  • Work alongside controls technicians during equipment remediation, maintenance, and testing activities.
  • Develop Control System service personnel training requirements, and materials.
  • Interface with third party departments and vendors to ensure all project deliverables are met.
  • Perform engineering duties at customer sites, or offshore when required.
  • Other duties, as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or other related engineering discipline from a EAC/ABET accredited program.
  • A strong understanding of electronics and their relationship to software, firmware, and mechanical interfaces and operation in a number of electrical specialties.
  • OSHA electrical safety work practices
  • Hands-on electro-mechanical repair or assembly experience.
  • Proven teamwork, collaboration, and leadership skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • A firm knowledge of electrical product safety.
  • Previous experience in working with NFPA 70, API 16D, API 17G, and API 17F preferred.
  • Software Tool Suite: Autocad, Solidworks, Modbus, Canbus, Power Electronics. Additional Desired Knowledge and Skills:
  • Experience with electronics used in harsh and hazardous environments.
  • Wide range of electrical engineering technological knowledge, including, but not limited to:

Sensing and control systems, Ethernet communication systems at the physical and/or network level, Instrumentation and noise, Optimization of hardware and firmware integration architecture for best performance, Microcontroller technology, application and programming, Power distribution and transmission lines, Electromagnetic compatibility, Fiber optics and optical data links.
  • Experience as a technical lead.

Work Environment:
  • Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, listen and speak.
  • Frequent need for manual dexterity - using hands, fingers, and arms to push, pulls, reach, grab, hold, and lift.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
  • Regularly required to sit & stand for long periods of time.
  • Frequent use of PC is required. Wear steel toe shoes, safety glasses and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed in safety zone areas.

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