Sr. Controls Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Department:
Job Summary
Description
About INNIO Group:
INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable flexible transient decentralized modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation INNIO designs manufactures and services highperformance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers microgrids grid stabilization industrial energy and gas compression.
INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31 2025 supported by a resilient highmargin services business that delivers longterm recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand acceleratesdriven by AI electrification and grid constraintsINNIO enables scalable behindthemeter power generation with high efficiency fast start capability strong transient performance and fuel flexibility including hydrogenready solutions. INNIO employs over 5000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.
Position Overview:
The Senior Controls Engineer will specialize in large engine controls development lead and execute product development activities ensure technical alignment across functions and sites and drive innovation in your area of expertise.
The Senior Controls Engineer will specialize in large engine controls development lead and execute product development activities ensure technical alignment across functions and sites and drive innovation in your area of expertise.
This position will be based at our Houston TX office.
Responsibilities:
Technical Expertise Ownership and Accountability
Plan lead and execute engine controls development and validation activities at customer sites related to controls hardware and software topics
Support engine commissioning and troubleshooting at customer site
Analyze and resolve technical challenges encountered by project teams at customer locations
Communicate effectively and deliver actionable recommendations through the analysis preparation and presentation of technical data to internal and external INNIO stakeholders
Contribute to innovation by generating ideas for improved products systems and technologies and support the creation of INNIO intellectual property
Planning and Project Management
Set up and execute project & validation activities and monitor the status with involved parties to serve the needs of the business and the customer
Define and execute work packages and tasks to improve products and technologies support the planning process and analyze skill gaps within the business
Support the Service Organization through technical training and expertise
Collaboration
Foster an open and communicative team environment that encourages diverse perspectives and values critical-to-quality (CTQ) considerations
Improve project efficiency through appropriate methods and processes reducing duplication minimizing handovers and promoting task ownership
Provide support and collaboration across internal engineering teams and external partners
Act as a point of contact and facilitator for development teams in the USA and Europe
Perform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity
Technical Expertise Ownership and Accountability
Plan lead and execute engine controls development and validation activities at customer sites related to controls hardware and software topics
Support engine commissioning and troubleshooting at customer site
Analyze and resolve technical challenges encountered by project teams at customer locations
Communicate effectively and deliver actionable recommendations through the analysis preparation and presentation of technical data to internal and external INNIO stakeholders
Contribute to innovation by generating ideas for improved products systems and technologies and support the creation of INNIO intellectual property
Planning and Project Management
Set up and execute project & validation activities and monitor the status with involved parties to serve the needs of the business and the customer
Define and execute work packages and tasks to improve products and technologies support the planning process and analyze skill gaps within the business
Support the Service Organization through technical training and expertise
Collaboration
Foster an open and communicative team environment that encourages diverse perspectives and values critical-to-quality (CTQ) considerations
Improve project efficiency through appropriate methods and processes reducing duplication minimizing handovers and promoting task ownership
Provide support and collaboration across internal engineering teams and external partners
Act as a point of contact and facilitator for development teams in the USA and Europe
Perform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity
Requirements:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering or a related field
Proven experience in the development and validation of control systems for internal reciprocating engines
Proficiency in state-of-the-art engineering tools and methodologies used for controls development with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong hands-on approach with a willingness and ability to work on engines at customer sites
Demonstrated project management capabilities to manage complex performance validation tasks and technically guide cross functional project teams
Ability to travel up to 60% of the working time spent at customer sites
Valid drivers license and passport
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering or a related field
Proven experience in the development and validation of control systems for internal reciprocating engines
Proficiency in state-of-the-art engineering tools and methodologies used for controls development with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong hands-on approach with a willingness and ability to work on engines at customer sites
Demonstrated project management capabilities to manage complex performance validation tasks and technically guide cross functional project teams
Ability to travel up to 60% of the working time spent at customer sites
Valid drivers license and passport
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of project management principles including planning execution and monitoring
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present technical information to senior management and customers
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team-oriented mindset
Ability to lead and execute product development activities and ensure technical alignment across functions and sites
Capability to define work packages manage timelines and guide cross-functional teams
Ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels within the US and Headquarter in Jenbach / Austria
Knowledge of project management principles including planning execution and monitoring
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present technical information to senior management and customers
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team-oriented mindset
Ability to lead and execute product development activities and ensure technical alignment across functions and sites
Capability to define work packages manage timelines and guide cross-functional teams
Ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels within the US and Headquarter in Jenbach / Austria
INNIO offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
INNIO is empowering the transition to net zero – with energy solutions and services that are flexible, scalable, and resilient.
