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Power Systems Mfg., LLC

Senior Controls Engineer

Jupiter, FL · On-site

$94.80K - $125.10K/yr

Salary JOB SUMMARY Provide control engineering design, support and project management on industrial frame gas turbine controls engineering related development projects across multiple control ...

FieldCore

Controls Instructor

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$79.70K - $103.10K/yr

Description The ideal candidate has Gas Turbine Controls experience. Preference to candidates in Houston, but not required. About GE Vernova: GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy ...

FieldCore

Controls Instructor

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$79.70K - $103.10K/yr

Description The ideal candidate has Gas Turbine Controls experience. Preference to candidates in Houston, but not required. About GE Vernova: GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy ...

FieldCore

Controls Instructor

Houston, TX

$79.70K - $103.10K/yr

The ideal candidate has Gas Turbine Controls experience. Preference to candidates in Houston, but not required. About GE Vernova: GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that ...

FieldCore

Implement conversions, modifications and upgrades to gas turbine controls systems including software upgrades and major retrofits * Troubleshoots, reinstalls, tests, evaluates, calibrates, and ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for turbine controls in the United States is $96,574.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $108,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Turbine Controls job involves designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the control systems that manage turbine operations in power plants, oil and gas facilities, or industrial settings. These professionals work with instrumentation, software, and electrical systems to ensure turbines operate efficiently and safely. Responsibilities may include programming PLCs, tuning control loops, and diagnosing system failures. Strong knowledge of control systems, automation, and industry regulations is essential.

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To thrive in Turbine Controls, you need a solid grasp of electrical and mechanical engineering principles, control systems, and instrumentation, typically supported by a relevant technical degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with PLC/DCS programming, SCADA systems, and industry certifications like ISA or OEM-specific training is highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills set top candidates apart. These abilities ensure safe and efficient operation, troubleshooting, and optimization of turbine control systems in energy and industrial settings.

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Professionals in Turbine Controls typically monitor and maintain control systems that manage the operation of gas, steam, or wind turbines, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Daily tasks often include system diagnostics, troubleshooting faults, performing routine inspections, and collaborating with operations or maintenance teams to implement upgrades or resolve issues. You may also interpret data from SCADA or DCS systems to proactively address potential concerns. Working in this role offers a dynamic environment where both hands-on technical skills and cross-functional communication are key to success.
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Principal Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls

Principal Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls

MHI

Lake Mary, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Principal Engineer, Instrumentation & Controls
Company Overview
At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation to accelerate the world's energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. We value problem solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture built on accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our values: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we're building the future we all aspire to - making net zero a reality.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to lead the technical direction of instrumentation, control valves and control logic for large frame gas turbine products for power plants. This role serves as the subject matter expert for turbine control philosophy/narratives, field instrumentation, control valves and protection systems on new projects.
As a Principal Engineer, you will influence product strategy, drive innovation in turbine controls and instrumentation, and provide advanced technical leadership for new product development, upgrades, retrofits, and fleet reliability initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
  • Demonstrates our core competencies: Action oriented, change champion, customer-focused, developing self & others, and ownership
  • Serve as senior technical mentor for instrumentation and controls engineers
  • Lead technical reviews and design governance processes
  • Interface with existing instrumentation suppliers and help develop/validate new suppliers
  • Represent the company in customer and regulatory technical discussions
  • Define and maintain design standards for all gas turbine instrumentation
  • Specify and standardize critical turbine instrumentation (speed probes, vibration monitoring, thermocouples, pressure transmitters, fuel flow measurement, etc.)
  • Define hazardous area classifications and compliance requirements
  • Review instrumentation layouts, impulse tubing design, and package wiring
  • Lead specification and performance requirements for critical control valves including:
    • Fuel gas control and Shutoff valves
    • Bleed valves and anti-surge valves
    • Turbine Bypass Valves
  • Define valve sizing criteria, Cv calculations, response time requirements, rangeability, and dynamic performance
  • Provide technical leadership for new product development programs
  • Support validation testing, FAT, dynamic response testing, and valve characterization
  • Lead root cause analysis for valve failures, control instability, and reliability events
  • Support supplier qualification and technical evaluation of valve manufacturers
  • Ensure compliance with applicable standards including:
    • International Society of Automation (ISA)
    • International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
    • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
    • American Petroleum Institute (API)
  • Support functional safety programs (SIL, SIS, HAZOP, LOPA)
  • Ensure compliance with global emissions, hazardous area, and grid interconnection requirements
  • Help lead the development and review of turbine control logic
  • Oversee implementation of sequencing, interlocks, permissives, alarm strategies, and trip logic
  • Ensure proper integration of instrumentation inputs into control and protection algorithms
  • Validate voting schemes (e.g., 2oo3, 1oo2) and redundancy strategies
  • Support simulation, FAT, dynamic testing, and logic validation activities
  • Drive continuous improvement of control algorithms for performance, emissions, and reliability
  • Lead development and ownership of detailed I/O lists for turbine packages
  • Define signal types (AI, AO, DI, DO, RTD, TC, pulse, vibration, speed) and scaling requirements
  • Assign I/O to control panels, remote I/O racks, and protection systems
  • Ensure proper segregation of safety, control, and monitoring circuits
  • Maintain configuration control of I/O databases throughout product lifecycle

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Chemical)
  • 15+ years of experience, with significant gas turbine or rotating equipment exposure
  • Strong experience with control valve sizing, specification, and commissioning
  • Deep expertise in industrial instrumentation selection, integration, and performance optimization
  • Demonstrated experience developing control narratives and implementing control logic
  • Strong understanding of turbine protection systems and redundancy strategies
  • Experience with commissioning, dynamic testing, and field troubleshooting
  • Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to travel 5-10%

Why Should You Apply?
  • Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
  • Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities.
  • Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
  • Committed to quality products and services.
  • Great working environment and culture.
  • Employee Appreciation Programs and Event.

Mitsubishi Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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