Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer (Contract-to-Hire) Northern Nevada Overview Our energy and power company is seeking a Controls Engineer to support two generation facilities in Northern Nevada This role is a contract to hire position intended to convert to a full-time hire after a successful contract period. The ideal candidate will provide hands?on controls expertise to strengthen a team facing skill gaps due to retirements and limited controls experience among existing staff. Key Responsibilities Primary Controls Troubleshooting Diagnose and resolve controls related issues with the goal of keeping units online and operating reliably. Troubleshooting is the top day-to-day priority. Logic and Controls Analysis Investigate logic issues, alarms, and abnormal operating conditions within plant control systems. System Upgrades & Optimization Participate in controls-related plant upgrades, modifications, improvements, and long-term performance enhancement projects. Project Participation Support ongoing and new projects associated with engine, plant, and system improvements. Cross-Site Support Split responsibilities between two plants some travel required within Nevada Documentation & Runbook Improvement Contribute to improving existing runbooks, troubleshooting guides, and process documentation as needed. While some documentation exists, enhancements are expected. Required Technical Skills Experience with Emerson Ovation control systems (strongly preferred). Experience with GE Mark VI (Mark 6) control systems is also valuable; familiarity with either system is acceptable if the candidate possesses strong controls fundamentals. Ability to interpret and work with block logic and other controls?related logic structures. Strong troubleshooting capability in an industrial controls environment. Preferred Background & Experience 5+ years of relevant controls engineering or industrial controls experience. Our Customer prefers candidates who are committed to controls as a long-term career path. Experience supporting power generation facilities (renewable or thermal) is beneficial but not explicitly required. Capability to work closely with instrumentation technicians, corporate engineering teams, and site leadership.