SENIOR POWER PLANT CONTROL ENGINEER @ PROGRESSIVE GE
We are seeking a dedicated Senior Power Plant Control Engineer to join our team in Reno, Nevada. This critical role involves supporting the maintenance and change configuration of power plants to ensure optimal performance and safety. You will be responsible for reviewing, designing, and modifying advanced control system architectures for turbines, generators, boilers, and various auxiliary equipment. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of automation platforms and be able to implement improvements that enhance system stability and reliability. This position requires a proactive approach to troubleshooting and system optimization in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a strong engineering background and be capable of working closely with operations teams to implement system upgrades. Your expertise will be vital in conducting system modeling and simulation to improve operational efficiency and mitigate potential downtime. If you have the required technical skills and experience in power generation or related industries, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our mission of maintaining world-class power plant operations.
Key Requirements
Minimum of 7 years of professional controls engineering experience.
Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering.
Proven experience with major OEM control platforms such as Mark VI (Mark 6).
Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with Emerson Ovation systems.
Proficiency in programming, configuring, and optimizing PLC and DCS platforms.
Ability to design and modify advanced control system architectures for industrial equipment.
Experience in system modeling and simulation to improve plant stability and efficiency.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot automation and control-system issues in real time.
Background in high-stakes industries such as Oil & Gas, Power Generation, or Nuclear.
Strong technical skills in monitoring and analyzing plant performance metrics.
Ability to support operations teams in implementing complex system upgrades and improvements.