Demo

Power Systems Controls Engineer

Rovisys/FeneTech
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 8/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026
Overview

RoviSys' Power & Energy division is seeking a Power Systems Controls Engineer to join our team.

As a Power Systems Controls Engineer, you will support the definition of, development, testing and implementation of Microgrid, Power System Automation, and EPMS (Electrical Power Monitoring System) solutions utilizing the latest automation technologies from industry leading OEMs.

Responsibilities

  • Create and develop Functional Specifications, including SOO (Sequence of Operations) and BOMs (Bill of Materials).
  • Support Electrical Designers to develop project drawing packages.
  • Develop, test and deploy PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), DCS (Distributed Control System), RTAC (Real Time Automation Controller), IED (Intelligent Electronic Devices, Relays, Meters, Synchronizers, etc.) and HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces) for Power System Automation Applications.
  • Develop Test Plans for both FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) and support the execution of both tests.
  • Support loop checks, start-up and commissioning activities as required to successfully deploy Power System Automation and Microgrid solutions.
  • Perform formal and informal customer training as required.
  • Troubleshoot existing systems that may be malfunctioning.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution
  • 3-6 years of relevant controls experience
  • Working knowledge of the following automation functions or similar. (Generator Synchronization, Automatic System Islanding, Load Shedding, Main-Tie-Main, Paralleling Switchgear, Operational Dispatch)
  • Working experience with any of the following technology providers or equivalent. (Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Basler, Woodward, AVEVA, Ignition, etc.)
  • Working experience with any of the communication protocols common in the Power Industry (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850, OPC, BACnet, etc.)
  • Travel expectations are 25% for customer meetings, site visits and field duties.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • PE License
  • Ability to lead others in accomplishing portions of project scope and provide project leadership.
  • Additional years of experience are welcome.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Competitive Base Salary: $90,000-$130,000, depending on experience
  • Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results
  • Travel Perks: Travel incentives per-diem packages for field assignments
  • Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match
  • Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time
  • Grow With Us:Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support

Salary : $90,000 - $130,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Power Systems Controls Engineer?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Power Systems Controls Engineer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$120,579 - $154,482
Income Estimation: 
$143,102 - $186,922
Income Estimation: 
$96,240 - $123,168
Income Estimation: 
$120,579 - $154,482
Income Estimation: 
$115,522 - $153,258
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Rovisys/FeneTech

  • Rovisys/FeneTech Aurora, OH
  • Overview A Service Engineer or Specialist is responsible for providing service and support to RoviSys customers. Responsibilities are driven by the need to... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Rovisys/FeneTech Richmond, VA
  • Overview As a RoviSys Building Technologies employee, you will use the latest control and automation technologies as we provide innovative solutions for ou... more
  • 2 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Power Systems Controls Engineer jobs in the Houston, TX area that may be a better fit.

  • Johnson Controls Federal Systems Houston, TX
  • We are seeking a Controls Specialist / Controls Systems Engineer to join our federal team supporting U.S. military and other U.S. federal government sites ... more
  • 2 Months Ago

  • Controls Engineer About PROENERGY PROENERGY Houston, TX
  • Senior CM&U Controls Engineer About PROENERGY PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-sta... more
  • 30 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!