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Automation Engineer

Ambs Chemical Search LLC
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026

Controls Engineer (Power & Gas Systems)

Controls Engineer opportunity to support automation and control systems across power generation and natural gas processing operations. This role focuses heavily on designing, optimizing, and supporting real-time control environments tied to critical energy infrastructure.


Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance control strategies for power generation and gas processing systems

• Support troubleshooting and performance optimization of control/automation equipment

• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to implement system improvements

• Assist with commissioning, testing, and ongoing system reliability

• Maintain clear technical documentation and provide cross-functional support


What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar

• 5 years of experience in controls/automation within power or gas environments

• Strong experience with PLCs, structured text, or embedded programming (C/C )

• Hands-on experience with industrial control systems and real-time operations

• Solid communication and problem-solving abilities


Nice to Have

• Experience with protection relays, SCADA, or power management systems

• Familiarity with common PLC platforms and generator control systems

• Understanding of electrical systems, protection schemes, and industry standards

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